DARCARS is now hiring for a Parts Counter Associate! Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm
As the Parts Counter Associate you are tasked with selling parts to customers over the counter, through the shop, on the phone, and online.
In this role, you'll:
Assist walk-in customers in selecting required parts, suggest companion requirements, offer specials, and ensure that the customer is exposed to the full product line
Pull purchased parts from stock
If the part is not in stock, determine availability and submit an emergence order if requested by the customer or tech
Answer phone calls, providing price quotes and other information
Assist outside sales reps with their orders
Set up orders for daily shipment, delivery, or pick-up
Verify will call and backorder files weekly and return to vendors or stock those items not required
Solicit assigned accounts by phone
Assist Service Technicians in selecting parts needed for repairs in process
Notify service desk and the customer that ordered parts have been received
Ensure that before parts can be charged out, the technician presents a repair order
Display seasonal parts and accessories in an attractive manner
Keep all bins, aisles and storage areas clean, near and clearly labeled
Be friendly, professional and efficient when working with customers and co-workers
Provide the same high level of service to the other dealership departments, as is given to other customers
Issue credit slips for parts returned, ensuring that the original invoice or its number, is available so that purchase and pricing can be verified. Exceptions must be approved by the Parts Manager or Office Manager
Keep front and rear counters clean and uncluttered
Advise Parts Manager when areas of the department are not in satisfactory condition
Keep current on new products and product updates
Participate in available training programs
Qualifications & Requirements:
High School degree or equivalent
BMW or Mercedes Experience
Strong communication skills to explain parts information to customers and associates
Knowledgeable about automotive OEM parts
Experience working in an automotive retail parts position 2-3yrs
Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds preferred
Ability to lift 50 - 70lbs
Must be a minimal of eighteen years of age
Must have a valid driver license
Must be able to pass pre-employment screen (background)
Benefits
Insurance: medical, vision, dental
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Paid holidays & PTO
Life Insurance
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts and service repairs
Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
This job advertisement in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This advertisement is merely a preview of the role in solicitation. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.
DARCARS Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.