Parts Specialist

King Ocean • Fort Lauderdale, FL

37d • Onsite

About The Position

A Parts Specialist handles inventory, sources and sells vehicle components, and provides expert advice to technicians and customers, requiring strong mechanical/electrical knowledge, computer skills, and excellent customer service to ensure the right parts are available to minimize repair downtime and maintain efficient operations for auto shops or retail stores.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge: Broad automotive mechanical/electrical knowledge; familiarity with parts catalogs and systems.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with inventory software, POS systems, computers, and the internet.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, interpersonal, and customer service skills; professional appearance.
• Physical: Ability to lift heavy items; valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: Have a combination of training or experience totaling at least 3 years
• Languages: Fluent English/ Bilingual a plus
• Applicants need to be able to obtain a Ports ID and a TWIC card

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Ordering, receiving, stocking, and organizing parts; conducting cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Data & Records: Using inventory software, maintaining accurate records for invoices, repair orders, and purchase information.
• Technical Expertise: Researching and identifying correct parts for repairs, sometimes advising on substitutions or modifications.
• Ordering & Procurement: Sourcing parts from various suppliers, negotiating pricing, placing orders, and tracking back-ordered items.
• Documentation & Administration: Processing invoices, managing purchase orders (POs), handling warranty claims and returns, and maintaining orderly records of all transactions.
• Knowledge: Familiarity of diesel motors and gas motors
• Heavy Equipment Maintenance (fleet services)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees