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Parts Manager, based in Kabul, Afghanistan.
RM Asia Group is a partner in the development of South East Asia, Asia and Africa, uniquely positioned to promote economic development.
We are a global aid and development dealer for Ford Motor Company and sell/modify vehicles for use by humanitarian and development non-governmental organizations, government and commercial businesses. We operate in an expanding and dynamic international environment of general trading and service operations in emerging markets.
Key responsibilities of the post:
- Required to take the existing parts business to the next level by developing the parts wholesale business.
- Service our existing workshop & PDI centre as well as several existing & potential customers.
- Ensure that the Parts Department achieves its financial objectives by ongoing examination of management accounts, system information, daily operating controls and manufacturer's composite figures.
- Review profitability of all lines to ensure that high margin sales are maximized and encouraged and low margin sales are reviewed to determine how profitability might be improved.
- Maintain the system to ensure that all customer orders are processed promptly.
- Maintain effective control of expenses in line with objectives by viewing daily sales and profit reports, periodic examination of management accounts and reviewing other business information.
- Minimize VOR, Emergency Order and other charges by careful and planned use of parts ordering facilities, without adversely impacting on customer satisfaction.
- Maintain close scrutiny of developments, legislation and events in the motor industry which will impact on future business opportunities or trading practices.
- Seek new products and opportunities to sell existing products actively and continuously.
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Strong inventory management skills are a pre requisite.
- Technical knowledge, experience of the Parts and Accessories industry.
- Skills in applying and using knowledge in a management position.
- Relevant and up-to-date knowledge of parts and accessories, the supply chain and logistics of operating a trade distribution system.
- Knowledge of vehicle legislation, automotive industry and trade practices.
- Experience and knowledge of modern business methods and financial control.
- Skills in using this knowledge in a practical way.
- Ability to organize clerical work, administration, control systems and financial resources.
- Leadership and coaching attributes.
- Knowledge of the changing face of the industry. Legislation and its effects on the business.
- (Preferred) Membership of The Institute Of The Motor Industry.
- Strong numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
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