Auto Parts Counter Professional

Parts Authority • Palm Springs, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the leading force in the automotive industry! Founded in 1973, Parts Authority is a national powerhouse in distributing automotive replacement parts, tools, equipment, and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, we're expanding rapidly with over 300 locations serving customers nationwide. From coast to coast, we're the go-to destination for top-quality automotive parts. What Sets Us Apart: At Parts Authority, our secret weapon is our team. Our professionally trained and experienced counter people are dedicated to helping customers find the perfect parts and brands for their needs. We partner with over 400 top-tier suppliers, including AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, and Exide, ensuring our customers receive the best parts available.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years in counter sales in a competitive market, with a preference for wholesale auto parts sales in the aftermarket industry.
• Exceptional phone skills with a positive, enthusiastic, and attentive tone.
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Passion for exceptional customer service and exceeding sales goals.
• Ability to build and maintain lasting business relationships.
• General automotive knowledge is preferred.
• Focused on results, a producer, closer, and committed to growth.
• Experience with POS systems and proficiency in MS Office applications (Word and Excel).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to act and operate independently to accomplish objectives.
• Outgoing, assertive, proactive, positive, with a “can-do” attitude and tenacity in pursuit of goals.

Nice To Haves

• An existing customer base is a plus.
• Spanish and/or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain productive, long-lasting relationships with existing customers.
• Close sales to achieve goals and drive growth.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Get to know our customers and understand their needs.
• Locate hard-to-find parts and negotiate with vendors for the best deals.
• Provide precise quotes and follow up with customers to ensure orders are placed.
• Track lost sales and promote company specials.
• Assist colleagues when needed and foster new sales opportunities.
• Fulfill customer orders from various sectors, including installers, fleets, municipalities, and car dealerships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain and promote workplace safety.
• Securing and transferring cash or other assets.

Benefits

• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Basic Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account.
• Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, ID Theft Insurance, Legal Plan Insurance, Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, and Vacation.
• Profit Sharing/401(k) Plan.
• Employee Discounts on Merchandise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees