Automotive Parts Specialist

Automotive Parts Specialist- Mazda Lakeland Holler-Classic Family of Dealerships, an Automotive News Top 150 dealership group with 12 dealerships serving the Central Florida market, has been proudly family-owned since 1938. Our Buy Smart – Be Happy® brand promises include Our Best Price First, Pure and Simple® and Commission-Free Sales. Holler and Classic Family Collection of Dealerships is adding to our Team resulting in an immediate need for a strong candidate to fill a Parts Specialist position who will handle retail and wholesale parts needs at the counter for internal and outside demands, including telephone inquiries and requests. Priority will be given to internal needs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Greet Customers Promptly and Courteously Handle customer request promptly and make sure of proper parts selection Recommend related parts while customer is at counter as appropriate Deliver part to customer at counter Maintain a customer back-order file Advise customer or Service Advisor on receipt of back-ordered parts Tag and maintain inventory of warranty parts to be held for scrapping Develop a strong relationship with all customers through excellent communications Conduct self and dress in a manner that brings credit to the dealership and is befitting to customer contact requirements Interact with technicians positively and in a helpful manner Complete all paperwork accurately and on time Be knowledgeable of parts automation requirements Accurately handle costing of parts on repair orders as appropriate Accurately handle paperwork required for parts scrapping, as appropriate Maintain and use an up-to-date catalog and price book Accurately complete entry and relief of sales from inventory Check invoices against stock received as instructed by Parts Manager Assist with annual inventory as instructed Maintain and update bin labels as required or appropriate Assure proper storage of all newly received parts Any other duties as assigned by management Handle special orders of special items and follow through with notification to owners Maintain a clean work area Help maintain parts stock in an orderly condition Return parts to proper location Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance Two years of experience as a technician’s helper or apprentice in an automobile dealership or aftermarket automotive parts stores Good judgment Reliable transportation Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record Acceptable background and drug screening Supervisory Responsibilities: None Job Type: Full-Time 401(k) & 401(k) Matching Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Vison Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off After 6 months Referral Program Associate Discount Program Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule Pay: Pay will be discussed during the interview Holler and Classic Family Collection of Dealerships is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We participate in the E-Verify program. Upon an applicant's request, Holler and Classic Family Collection of Dealerships will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr