Parts Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts•Kearney, MO

48d

About The Position

The Parts Specialist provides retail and installer customers with a high level of service and supports store management in completing assigned tasks. The role involves assisting customers in person and by phone, helping locate parts and merchandise, processing transactions and returns, maintaining store inventory and displays, and performing certain customer vehicle services when permitted by state and local laws. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences.
Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
Ability to multitask while handling customers by phone and in the store at the same time.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with automotive parts, cataloging, the Weatherly index system, and automotive sales or service.
ASE certification.
Fluency in multiple languages; Spanish is highly desired.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Follow and promote company customer service programs, including Hi-5, Low Price Guarantee, Rock the Call, Related Selling, and Rock the Lot.
Greet retail and walk-in customers promptly and courteously and assist them with merchandise selection.
Assist managers and installer service specialists in serving professional customers as directed.
Complete company training relevant to the position.
Answer store phone calls according to company policy; look up parts and quote prices accurately, recommend premium and related items, and offer the Low-Price Guarantee.
Maintain and secure the cash drawer; accept cash and checks, make change, and process credit card transactions accurately.
Process exchanges and returns for credit in accordance with company policies and procedures, while maintaining a friendly manner.
Address and resolve customer complaints in a friendly manner.
Assist with daily image-maker and planogram updates, freight receiving, stocking shelves, fronting and facing, and cleaning.
Prepare new, core, and warranty merchandise returns for shipment to the distribution center; assist with monthly stock adjustments and inventory cycle counts.
Operate a brake lathe and other store test equipment after completing required training and meeting company requirements.
Perform in-store customer services where permitted by state and local laws, such as installing wipers, testing and charging batteries, testing charging systems, scanning vehicle trouble codes, and replacing headlight capsules.
Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle when business needs require; driving record must meet company eligibility requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.