Automotive Parts Specialist

AUTOMOTIVE PARTS SPECIALIST The Parts Specialist sells parts to all available customers over the counter, through the shop or on the telephone. PERKS Competitive Compensation Employee Referral Program Employee Discounts on Sales and Service Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance) Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection) 401(k) and Employer Match Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match Paid Time Off Holiday Pay SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge/Experience with Ford Parts Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software. Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems. (Payroll: Reynolds & Reynolds / Ignite; HR Compliance: KPA / VeraSuite) EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). One year in a vehicle parts department preferred. ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Assist walk-in customers in selecting required parts, suggest companion requirements, offer specials, and ensure the customer is exposed to the full product line. Pull purchased parts from stock. If part is not in stock, determine availability and inform customer of expected date of arrival. Answer telephone calls, providing price quotes and other information, capture customer name and phone numbers. Set up orders for daily shipment, delivery, or pick-up. Verify “will-call” and “back-order” files weekly and return to vendors or stock those items not required. Assist the parts to service counter parts sales associate as necessary. Order parts not in stock as approved by the Parts Manager. Notify the customer and the Service Department when the parts arrive. Accept cash and credit payments. Keep cash register accurate. Assist with organization and cleanliness of parts department. Receive and stock incoming inventory. Verify receipts against purchase orders. Assist with periodic inventory vehicle counts as directed by supervisor. Ensure merchandise displays are stocked, clean and appealing to customers. Complete all training as directed by supervisor. Follow policies and procedures as set forth in Employee Handbook. Any other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Required to stand, sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel. Frequently is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach with hands and arms, take and hear. Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr