Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Parts Specialist to join our automotive team. In this role, you will be the key point of contact for customers and technicians seeking automotive parts and accessories. Your expertise will ensure efficient inventory management, accurate order fulfillment, and exceptional customer service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your mechanical knowledge and sales skills will drive customer satisfaction and business success. The ideal candidate is energetic, highly organized, and passionate about automotive repair and parts management.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers in selecting the correct automotive parts and accessories, providing expert advice on vehicle systems and maintenance needs
- Manage inventory control by stocking, organizing, and tracking parts using inventory management systems such as CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and POS (Point of Sale) software
- Process sales transactions accurately through cashiering and POS systems while handling cash, credit, or electronic payments securely
- Collaborate with technicians and service advisors to ensure timely order fulfillment for vehicle repairs and maintenance
- Maintain detailed records of parts orders, stock levels, and inventory movements using Microsoft Office tools like Excel and other organizational software
- Build strong customer relationships through effective communication, product knowledge sharing, and personalized service
- Support marketing initiatives by promoting automotive parts and accessories to increase retail sales
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of automotive parts, accessories, and vehicle systems with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively
- Strong organizational skills to manage inventory control, stock replenishment, and order fulfillment processes
- Excellent communication skills in multiple languages (bilingual/multilingual abilities are a plus) to connect with diverse customer bases
- Proficiency in automotive diagnostics, mechanical troubleshooting, and vehicle maintenance procedures
- Experience with dealership operations or retail sales environments involving automotive parts is highly desirable
- Familiarity with inventory management software such as CMMS or similar platforms; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel for data analysis and reporting
- Effective negotiation skills to upsell products while maintaining positive client relationships
- Knowledge of retail math for accurate pricing, discounts, and profit calculations
- Ability to handle cashiering duties including cash handling, POS transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records
- Strong phone etiquette for engaging with customers over the phone or via digital communication channels
- Mechanical knowledge combined with customer service expertise to address client needs confidently and professionally
Join us as a Parts Specialist if you’re eager to leverage your automotive expertise in a vibrant environment that values proactive service delivery. Your passion for cars combined with your organizational prowess will help us deliver top-tier support to our customers while advancing your career in the automotive industry!
Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person