Parts Specialist

About the role

This position provides all retail and installer customers with a high level of service and supports store management in the accomplishment of assigned tasks. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow and promote all company customer service programs (e.g., Hi-5, Low Price Guarantee, Rock the Call, Related Selling, Rock the Lot).
• Promptly greet retail/walk-in customers in a friendly, courteous manner and assist them in selecting merchandise.
• Assist managers and/or installer service specialists in serving professional customers as needed and directed.
• Complete assigned company training relevant to the position.
• Answer store phone calls according to company policy, accurately look up parts and quote prices, recommend premium and related items, and offer the Low-Price Guarantee.
• Maintain and secure the cash drawer, accept cash and/or checks, make change accurately, and process credit card transactions.
• Process exchanges and returns for credit in a friendly manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Address and resolve customer complaints in a friendly manner.
• Assist with daily image maker and planogram updates, including freight receival, stocking shelves, fronting and facing, and cleaning.
• Perform daily operational tasks such as preparing new, core, and warranty merchandise returns for shipment to the distribution center, assisting with monthly stock adjustments, and inventory cycle counts.
• Operate brake lathe and other store test equipment after completing corresponding training and meeting company requirements.
• Perform in-store services for customers where state and local laws allow (e.g., install wipers, test and charge batteries, test charging system, scan vehicle trouble codes, replace headlight capsules).
• Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle to make deliveries when business needs dictate (driving record must meet company-mandated driving eligibility requirements).

Requirements

• Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences.
• Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
• Must be able to multitask, handling customers on the phone and in the store simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with automotive parts, cataloging, Weatherly index system, and automotive sales or service.
• ASE certification.
• Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired).

Benefits

• Competitive wages and paid time off.
• Stock purchase plan and 401k with employer contributions starting day one.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with optional flexible spending account (FSA).
• Team member health and wellbeing programs.
• Tuition educational assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career growth.