Parts Manager (Agrifriend) at Senwes

Key Responsibilities

Manage Stock

• Ensure availability of stock and on-time delivery of non-stock items
• Conduct seasonal planning and adjust sales forecasts
• Optimize stock turnover and manage fast/slow-moving parts
• Monitor and maintain parts availability for new equipment
• Stay informed of market trends and development
• Manage quarterly stocktaking processes

Promote Customer Relationships

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Participate in farmer days, demos, and agricultural shows
• Provide product and technical feedback to customers
• Conduct seasonal marketing and support agent brand campaigns

Control and Monitor Parts Administration

• Manage purchasing and pricing processes
• Investigate variances and report on departmental activities
• Oversee parts department administration and reporting to the Branch Manager

Staff Management and Development

• Lead the parts team in line with labour and health & safety legislation
• Provide performance feedback, training, and development support
• Identify staff potential and support growth

Budget and Financial Management

• Manage the departmental budget
• Monitor income, margins, and expenses
• Implement corrective actions to ensure profitability

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a spares/parts environment
• Candidates with management experience will receive preference
• Technical knowledge of agricultural equipment and machinery
• Strong interpersonal, planning, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Computer literacy and sound communication abilities
• Assertiveness and sound judgment
• Attention to detail
• Customer-centric with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team