Job Title: Sales/Procurement Analyst
Location:  Castleford
Salary: £30,000 + Bonus depending on experience
Contract Type: Full Time

Imexpart Ltd has served the automotive industry since 1986 and is a leading independent truck parts distributor throughout the UK.

We are looking for a dynamic creative thinker that is commercially aware with a keen eye for detail to join our fast-paced procurement team as a Sales/Procurement Analyst. Reporting directly to the Procurement Director you will be responsible for a wide range of daily and ongoing tasks that are vital to the successful running of our business.

Responsibilities will include

• Pricing
• Margin Analysis and Improvement
• Forecasting/Planning using our third party software
• Key Account Management
• Customer Impress Stock Program
• Process Improvement
• Supplier Liaison/Rebate Management
• Supplier Tendering
• Managing Complex supplier pricing/ Price File Maintenance
• Processing & Communicating changes to other departments
• Marketing/TecDoc Presence

Who we are looking for?

The type of individual that gets a buzz from adding value and making a difference and who wants to become the ‘go to’ person for knowledge within the Procurement Department. An adaptable individual and excellent communicator who is comfortable getting a message across to different groups of people such as to various parts of our supply chain, managers & directors.

You will have a minimum of Grade A, A level in Maths and English and have had experience of working in a similar role or have the skills to ‘make the roll your own’ by challenging yourself and our processes to ensure that you can maintain and increase margin across our business.  We are looking for someone who can work autonomously; managing their own time and workloads to ensure that tasks are completed on time in order of what you have identified as most critical to the business.

The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate competency in each of the following areas that are essential to the role:

• Data Analysis
• Written & Verbal Communication
• Negotiation Skills
• Effective Time and Task Management Skills
• Attention to detail
• Decision Making
• IT Skills (intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills in addition to decent level of IT competency)
• Demonstrates wider thinking of the bigger picture beyond their own role
• Understand and get to grips with the complex supply chain that we operate within quickly

Experience

Background in the motor industry or previous experience in a similar role would be desirable.

Whilst it is desirable that candidates have experience in procurement and/or the industry, above all you will also have a methodical, hardworking approach to work and have strong communication skills. You must be comfortable with change, and willing to drive that change to improve margins within all aspects of the business.

For the right candidate Imexpart offers a competitive salary and a wealth of benefits including OTE, company pension & staff uniform.

Job Title: Technical Outbound Call Representative
Location:  Castleford
Salary: £9.85 per hour + incentive scheme
Contract Type: Full Time

Imexpart Ltd, one of the largest and most respected independent Truck & Bus Parts Specialists in the UK are seeking a Technical Outbound Call Representative to join their team in Castleford.  Having served the automotive industry since 1986, Imex is a leading independent parts distributor, offering a genuine alternative to the franchised network.

In this role you will engage with customers and prospects by telephone.

Hours of work are 10am to 4pm.

The ideal applicant will hold the following skills and experiences:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade B or above
• Previous experience in a customer support role within a technical capacity and preferably within the motor industry
• Track record of over-achieving targets
• Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening
• Familiarity with CRM systems and practices
• Customer focus and adaptability to different personality types
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively

The Company is committed to developing its staff, recognising their contribution and giving them the skills and expertise to perform well in their roles – which helps us offer customers a unique level of service. Employees also receive:

• A starting salary of £9.85 per hour + incentive scheme
• 25 days annual holiday plus 8 statutory days, which increases to 28 days with service
• Pension scheme to which the company makes contributions
• Corporate clothing

Job Title: Parts Sales Trainee – Commercial Vehicle
Location: Castleford West Yorkshire
Salary: £10,000 to £18,500 per annum depending on experience
Contract Type: Full Time

Continuing to serve the automotive industry since 1986, Imexpart Ltd is one of the largest and most respected independent Truck Parts Specialists and Engine Parts Suppliers in the UK.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Parts Interpreter – Trainee, to represent Imexpart Ltd and develop sales based from our busy and vibrant sales department in Castleford, West Yorkshire.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exceed customer expectations and provide a first class customer service by responding quickly and accurately to our customer needs
• Develop great parts interpretation skills to help quickly identify the right parts needed
• Professionally and politely correspond with customers via phone and email
• Develop the skills needed to quickly and accurately navigate manufacturer Electronic Parts Catalogues and in particular Mercedes, DAF, Volvo, Scania, Renault, Iveco and MAN
• Utilise great written and verbal communication skills to help develop productive customer relationships
• Help resolve customer queries
• Attend to customers at our Trade Counter and deal with customer requests and collections
• Provide accurate customer quotations
• Assist with processing warranty claims
• Process payments
• Validate, update and maintain customer records
• Process Returns Authorisations and organise returns and collections from customers
• Liaise with staff at our national depots
• Check trade magazines and websites for potential new customers
• Assist with general office administration

An ideal Parts Salesperson will have the following skills and attributes:

• Good communicator
• Be keen and enthusiastic
• Knowledge of the Commercial Vehicle parts aftermarket
• Diligent and self-disciplined attitude and work ethic
• Excellent IT skills
• Professional telephone manner
• High levels of literacy and numeracy

Additional Information:

• 25 days annual holiday which increases to 28 days with service, plus 8 statutory days
• 40 hours per week
• Corporate clothing provided

Imex is committed to staff development and provides ongoing staff training to hone the skills and expertise needed to perform well in their roles; this in turn helps Imexpart maintain a reputation for a unique level of excellent customer service.

Don’t miss your opportunity to join the team!

Job Title: Parts Sales Advisor – Commercial Vehicle
Location: Castleford West Yorkshire
Salary: £30,000 to £33,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract Type: Full Time

The Role:
Due to the continued expansion of our All-Makes parts range (Mercedes, Volvo, Scania, DAF, Renault, MAN and Iveco) we are looking for an office based Parts Sales Specialist (telephone sales). The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the parts aftermarket and they will understand who the completion is, who the suppliers are and where the opportunities for growth will come from.

This is a hands on role in a busy and vibrant environment where we receive a huge number of calls per day and aim to interpret customer requirements in seconds rather than minutes.

This is an important position within the business that will suit an ambitious CV parts professional looking for a unique and exciting challenge with one of the UK’s fastest growing CV parts providers.

Requirements:

• A number of years experience within a CV Parts Sales environment
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturer EPC’s and in particular: Mercedes, DAF, Volvo, Scania and Renault
• Providing first class customer service by responding to customer needs in a timely and efficient manner
• Have good commercial aptitude to close the sale and maximise margins

The ideal applicant will hold the following additional skills and experiences:

• Excellent Parts Interpretation skills for all makes of truck
• A great communicator
• A Customer Service champion
• Excellent telephone manner
• Excellent IT skills
• High levels of literacy and numeracy
• A team player
• Embracing of change and willing to learn new skills

As well as outstanding modern facilities and friendly welcoming staff, employees also receive:

• 25 days annual holiday plus 8 statutory days, which increases to 28 days with service
• Pension scheme to which the company makes contributions
• Corporate clothing