Parts Purchasing Manager Opportunity: £60,000 in The Midlands Role: Parts Purchasing Manager Location: Remote (Ideally based in The Midlands) Employer: Main Dealer Salary: £60,000 Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a keen eye for inventory and a passion for the automotive sector? We have an exceptional opportunity for a Parts Purchasing Manager to take the lead on Iveco parts management for a prominent group operating across the Midlands. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who wants to drive efficiency and become the focal point for all stock-related matters for Commercial Vehicles and HGV fleets. Benefits from the Company: A highly competitive salary of £60,000. Increased holiday entitlement with length of service, rewarding your commitment. Attractive recruitment incentive awards. Comprehensive healthcare scheme. Cycle to work scheme, promoting well-being. Your Impact as a Parts Purchasing Manager: As the dedicated Purchasing Manager for Iveco Parts, you will be instrumental in optimising inventory and ensuring seamless operations. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the purchasing and inventory management of Iveco Parts using the manufacturer's system (PRIM). Evaluating PRIM Stock Order proposals and confirming Group requirements. Maintaining 'housekeeping' procedures to ensure healthy stock records and controlling obsolescence through reporting and guidance. Managing intercompany transfers of parts based on demand and overstock. Handling manual proposals and ordering of PRIM excluded products, and managing Iveco Buyback requests. Achieving Customer Excellence Programme targets for PRIM Acceptance, De-stocking, and Service Level. Monitoring and reporting on Surcharge/Core returns and status. Managing the ordering and distribution of specific Key Account parts requirements. Responding to both internal and external customers' requests and concerns, ensuring top-tier service for HGV and Commercial Vehicles. What we're looking for: To excel as a Parts Purchasing Manager in this role, you will need: Previous experience in purchasing or inventory management, preferably within the automotive industry. A strong understanding of automotive parts and their applications, particularly for HGV and Commercial Vehicles. Familiarity with Keyloop application and processes, and other purchasing/inventory management software. Proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Excel, with Power BI ability being advantageous. A willingness to learn and assist in unfamiliar territory, a team-player attitude, and a flexible approach to working patterns and travel. Self-motivation and a drive for continuous improvement. If you're a strategic Purchasing Manager ready to take on a key role in the Midlands, commercial vehicle sector, apply now! Contact Alfie at Platinum Recruitment, quoting job number (phone number removed) / INDPLANT Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy