Parts Counter-Hourly
About The Position
As an Automotive Parts Counter Associate at Koons Falls Church Ford, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and in the lives of our team members and customers every day. The role involves developing relationships, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry. The Parts Counter Associate is responsible for selling parts to all customers, whether over the counter, through the shop, or on the phone. The company is looking for strong, energetic, people-focused team members who will help redefine the car-buying experience.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and customer service skills, and able to maintain a professional image and demeanor
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Strong computer & phone skills is required (Internet, MS Outlook)
- Must be at least eighteen years of age
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screen (background and drug test)
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in CDK is a plus!
- Degree in automotive technology or military equivalent experience
- Bi-lingual is always a plus!
Responsibilities
- Sell parts to all customers, over the counter, through the shop, or on the phone
- Assist all customers (retail and shop) in selecting required parts in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner
- Inform customers of companion part requirements while ensuring the customer is exposed to the full product line
- Answer incoming phone calls and counter inquiries, providing price quotes and other information as needed
- Inform customers of companion part requirements and specials, and ensures that the customer is exposed to the full product line
- Review body shop estimate to be sure the parts that are ordered are correct and all pricing is in line with the estimate when applicable
- Pull and fill orders from stock
- Notify parts manager of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention
- Notify all necessary parties when special ordered parts have been received
- Pull orders and ensure all parts are tagged with customer names and job number
- Follow department policy and instructions on the special ordering of parts, plus S.O. aging
- Follow up on back-ordered parts and replenishes assigned inventory daily
- Maintain a prompt, efficient and timely flow of paperwork
- Make sure all internal requests for parts are billed on service repair order
- Verify will-call and back-order files weekly and returns to vendors, or stocks those items not picked up or required
- Receive payment from retail customers or obtain credit authorization
- Assist outside sales representatives with their orders
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Stock Awards (select management and front-line team member’s eligible)
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Accident insurance
- Critical illness plans
- Hospital indemnity plans
- Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health savings accounts
- Flex spending accounts (tax free)
- Short-term and Long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
- 401k with company match
- Digital career path tool to assist with career development
- Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Student loan relief resources
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
- Scholarship awards
- Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours
- Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
