Detailed Career Description

Parts Storeman - Donford ARC

Main Objective:

The Parts Storeman manages the procurement, receiving, storage, and issuing of vehicle repair components. The incumbent ensures the workshop runs efficiently by maintaining precise inventory levels and supplying the correct OEM or aftermarket parts to Workshop without production delays.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Sourcing & Procurement: Obtain parts, paints, and consumables from authorized suppliers based on repair estimates. Compare quotes and verify part numbers (OEM vs. aftermarket) to ensure alignment with insurance approvals. 
• Receiving & Quality Control: Inspect incoming deliveries for damage or discrepancies against purchase orders and delivery notes. 
• Inventory & Storage: Organise the parts storeroom systematically. Maintain accurate stock records, manage minimum/maximum levels, and conduct routine cycle counts and physical stock-takes. 
• Issuing Parts: Package and issue specific parts kits to panel beaters and spray painters corresponding with open job cards. Issues, receives and controls issued special tools daily. 
• Returns & Warranties: Identify incorrect, defective, or surplus parts, and process the necessary returns and credit notes with suppliers.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on storekeeping or parts experience specifically within the panel beating or automotive body repair industry.
• Automotive Parts Knowledge (Essential): Solid understanding of automotive mechanics, terminology, vehicle body parts, panels, clips and paint consumables and the difference between OEM and aftermarket parts.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and Outlook). Familiarity with inventory software or automotive management programs like TMS Teamwork.
• A valid driver's license (required to collect parts or drive customer vehicles)

Essential Competencies/Behaviours/Traits:

• Soft Skills: Strong organisational and administrative skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and Strong Communication: Must act as a critical bridge between suppliers, estimators, and panel beaters. To notify the team immediately of backorders or damaged deliveries.
• Safety Consciousness: Must be diligent about handling hazardous materials like thinners or paints.
• Problem Solving Ability: Must have the ability to think on their feet when incorrect parts or consumables are delivered, quickly pivoting to source replacements without derailing the Workshop’s workflow.
• Resolute: Show unwavering focus and ability to stand firm on stock control and policies

A competitive salary is offered as well as standard company benefits such as medical aid and provident fund contributions.

Interested candidates who wish to apply, are requested to include a covering letter in which you motivate your suitability for the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where all team members can thrive.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.