Automotive Parts Department Inventory Specialist

Riverhead Hyundai•Riverhead, NY

About The Position

Riverhead Automall is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Automotive Parts Inventory Specialist for its Hyundai and Nissan Parts Department in Riverhead, New York. This full-time position offers hands-on training for someone interested in learning the automotive parts business. Previous automotive parts experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided by an experienced automotive parts professional with more than 25 years of industry experience. The role focuses on receiving, organizing, and managing parts inventory, processing returns, and supporting daily department operations. The position may also cover parts delivery duties when regular delivery personnel are unavailable. As the employee gains experience, training may include parts counter operations, parts identification and catalog systems, wholesale and retail sales, customer relationships, ordering, inventory management, and dealership operations. The role offers the possibility of advancement to a full-time Automotive Parts Counter Specialist position. The position pays $20.00 per hour and follows a Monday–Friday schedule. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Requirements

Dependable, punctual, and motivated to learn.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer skills.
Comfortable working in a warehouse and dealership environment.
Ability to lift and move automotive parts and inventory safely.
Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for occasional delivery duties.

Nice To Haves

Automotive experience, which is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Check in daily parts deliveries and verify incoming shipments for accuracy.
Stock parts in designated inventory locations.
Maintain clean, organized, and efficient inventory shelves, storage areas, and workspaces.
Process customer parts returns, inspect returned merchandise, and return eligible parts to inventory.
Assist with organizing, preparing, and processing Hyundai and Nissan manufacturer obsolescence returns.
Fill in as a parts delivery driver when regular delivery personnel are unavailable.
Support the Parts Department's daily operations to help maintain inventory accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.