Job Posting Title Parts Counter Advisor

Kaizen Auto Group; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Dental & Extended Health Coverage

Company Pension

Paid Time Off

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts

Paid Professional Development

Company‑Wide Appreciation Events

And SO MUCH MORE!

Job summary

CMP Automotive, part of the Kaizen Automotive Group in Calgary, is seeking a Parts Counter Advisor to support retail customers with OEM parts at the dealership. You will identify parts, look up numbers in EPC, advise on pricing and availability, and assist with transactions to meet OEM sales goals.

You will work with the parts, service, and inventory teams, ensure accurate stock, and uphold safety and dealership standards in a fast-paced environment. Valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of automotive parts experience preferred.
• OEM dealership experience is an asset.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist retail customers in identifying OEM parts and accessories.
• Use EPC and dealership systems to lookup part numbers and verify compatibility.
• Provide pricing, availability, and guidance, including special orders.
• Process retail transactions (cash, credit, warranty, core returns, invoices).
• Maintain a clean, organized parts counter area.
• Receive, inspect, and stock parts; handle returns and warranty parts.
• Track back-ordered parts and inform customers of arrivals.”
• Promote OEM parts and dealership specials to boost value and sales.
• Collaborate with the inventory team to maintain stock levels.
• Follow safety and OEM procedures in handling parts and chemicals.

Skills

Automotive parts experience

OEM dealership experience

Customer service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Parts lookup

Tools

DMS

EPC

Job description

Brand Statement

Rev Up Your Career at CMP Automotive in Calgary, Alberta!

Join a team where progress isn’t just a goal, it’s the culture we live and breathe. As part of a family-owned and operated automotive group, CMP Automotiveembraces Kaizen —‘continuous improvement’— as the driving force behind how we operate. We are always evolving to deliver an exceptional experience for our customers, strengthen opportunities for our employees, and support the communities in which we work.

At CMP Automotive, you’ll step into a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking environment where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work fuels a culture of excellence. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to accelerate your career, this is the place for you.

Start your engine - your next great opportunity begins here!

As part of the Kaizen Automotive Group, CMP Automotiveis proud to be able to empower our associates with a supportive workplace and access to the benefits they need along their professional journey to feel happy, healthy and valued.Full‑Time employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including:

• Competitive Compensation
• Dental & Extended Health Coverage
• Company Pension
• Paid Time Off
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts
• Paid Professional Development
• Company‑Wide Appreciation Events
• And SO MUCH MORE!

Overview

Position Summary

The Parts Counter Advisor, Retail is responsible for supporting customers at the dealership’s retail parts counter by assisting with part identification, quotes, sales, and product recommendations. This role ensures a professional, friendly experience for walk in customers and supports the dealership’s OEM parts sales goals. The advisor works closely with the parts, service, and collision teams to maintain accurate inventory, deliver timely service, and uphold OEM standards.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Assist retail customers in identifying and selecting the correct OEM parts and accessories based on their needs.
• Use electronic parts catalogues (EPC) and dealership systems to look up accurate part numbers and verify compatibility.
• Provide pricing, availability, and product guidance, including special‑order items and accessories.
• Process retail transactions, including cash, credit, warranty claims, core returns, and invoices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer‑friendly parts counter area.
• Receive, inspect, and stock incoming parts, handle returns, exchanges, and warranty related parts.
• Track back ordered parts, notify customers of arrival times, and manage follow up communication.
• Promote OEM parts, accessories, and dealership specials to enhance customer value and sales.
• Collaborate with the parts inventory team to maintain accurate stock levels and proper bin organization.
• Support dealership departments by providing parts information or preparing orders as needed.
• Follow all dealership, OEM, and safety procedures, including proper handling of parts and chemicals.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of automotive parts experience preferred; OEM dealership experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of automotive components, OEM parts catalogues, and inventory systems.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with a professional, friendly approach.
• Ability to manage multiple customer requests in a fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in parts lookup.
• Proficiency with dealership management systems (DMS) and electronic parts catalogues (EPC).
• Basic mechanical or automotive knowledge preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

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