Parts Inventory Controller

Reporting to the Parts & Logistics Manager, this role sits at the centre of how Harris Group buys, holds and moves parts stock. You will be responsible for translating sales and stock data into procurement decisions so that the right parts are available at the right time while stock investment and obsolescence risk are kept under control.
You will work closely with the Parts and Logistics Manager to plan purchasing, monitor stock health, flag emerging gaps and manage excess. As the ideal candidate you will:

• Hold a minimum of 2 years' experience, with a successful track record in an Automotive Parts Dealership, distributor or similar commercial parts environment.
• Take pride in your ability to maximise the success of the Parts Distribution Centre while simultaneously delivering exceptional levels of professionalism and customer satisfaction.
• Be focused on achieving goals; you will possess excellent interpersonal skills and be recognised as a self-motivated team player and target achiever.
• Be joining a dynamic, rapidly expanding organisation, so we are looking for a candidate with the passion to ensure our customers are supplied with spare parts, as required and in good time.
• Be joining a business with a collaborative team working culture.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experienced in commercial parts, with proven ability to identify slow-moving and fast-moving lines and spot gaps in parts procurement.
• Stock Controller experience is essential.
• Purchasing / procurement experience is essential, including supplier sourcing, quoting and order placement.
• Truck parts sales experience is preferable.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse large datasets.
• Strong analytical mindset, able to identify pinch points and trends within the data and turn them into procurement action.
• Commercially savvy, with the ability to make sound commercial decisions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship builder and team player, including with suppliers.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Strong IT skills, ideally including inventory or dealer management systems.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Initiative and decisiveness.
• Problem-solving skills.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work as shift patterns could change.
• Strong focus on a positive customer experience.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and perform under pressure.
• Positive 'can do' attitude.

Working Hours: Core working hours are currently Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Friday 8:30 – 4pm. This may change depending on business needs. Flexibility will be required where necessary.