Aftermarket Parts Associate

Parkway Family Auto Group; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and short-term disability

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee discounts on parts, services, and vehicles

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Parkway Family Auto Group in Tomball, TX, is seeking a dedicated Aftermarket Parts Associate to join their expanding Parts Department. This role involves managing incoming and outgoing part shipments, organizing inventory, and ensuring effective communication with customers and vendors.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and possess a good work ethic. The dealership offers a supportive work environment, benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Dependable and ready to work consistently.
• Motivated, eager to learn, and willing to grow.
• Able to adapt quickly to new tasks and systems.
• Keeps track of inventory and shipments accurately.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with others.
• Uses sound judgment and can work independently.
• Works well with others and contributes positively.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand for long periods.
• Comfortable using computers and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fulfill and manage inventory for customer orders.
• Receive and verify incoming shipments, palletize products.
• Safely lift and move parts and packages over 50 lbs.
• Communicate with vendors about orders and inventory.
• Maintain records of incoming and outgoing orders.
• Follow dealership processes with attention to detail.
• Keep workspaces organized and stock areas properly.
• Continuously learn new skills with advancement opportunities.

Skills

Reliable & punctual

Strong work ethic

Quick learner

Organized & detail-oriented

Good communication skills

Common sense & problem solving

Team player

Physically capable

Basic computer skills

Job description

Are you a hardworking, organized, and detail‑oriented individual looking to start or grow your career in the automotive industry? Parkway is locally owned and operated and has been serving the Houston area for more than 40 years through three locations: Parkway Chevrolet, Parkway Family Kia, and Parkway Family Mazda. Our state‑of‑the‑art service departments support a top‑tier dealership experience.

Parkway Chevrolet is expanding its Parts Department and is seeking a dedicated Aftermarket Parts Associate to play a key role in supporting daily operations, inventory flow, and customer/vendor communication. In this role you will help manage incoming and outgoing part shipments, organize inventory, assist with order fulfillment, and ensure products are handled accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within a fast‑paced dealership environment with room for advancement.

Essential Duties

• Order fulfillment & inventory management: Accurately pull, organize, and prepare automotive parts for customer orders, internal requests, and shipments.
• Shipping & receiving: Receive incoming shipments, verify inventory, palletize products, and prepare outgoing orders for shipping carriers.
• Heavy lifting & warehouse support: Safely lift and move parts and packages weighing 50 lbs or more while maintaining an organized workspace.
• Vendor communication: Communicate professionally and effectively with vendors regarding orders, shipment updates, backorders, and inventory needs.
• Track orders & shipments: Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing orders, monitor shipment status, and ensure timely processing.
• Follow directions & procedures: Work efficiently within dealership processes while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain organization: Keep warehouse, inventory, and shipping areas clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Learn & grow: Continuously learn new systems, processes, and responsibilities with opportunities for advancement within the department.

Requirements

• Reliable & punctual: Dependable and consistently ready to work.
• Strong work ethic: Motivated, eager to learn, and willing to grow within the company.
• Quick learner: Able to adapt quickly to new tasks, systems, and procedures.
• Organized & detail‑oriented: Keeps track of inventory, shipments, and orders accurately.
• Good communication skills: Able to communicate clearly and professionally with team members and vendors.
• Common sense & problem solving: Uses sound judgment and can work independently when needed.
• Team player: Works well with others and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Physically capable: Ability to comfortably lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and stand for extended periods.
• Basic computer skills: Comfortable using computers and inventory/order systems.

Prior warehouse, automotive parts, shipping/receiving, or dealership experience is a plus, but not required – we’re willing to train the right candidate!

Benefits

• Growth potential: Opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the dealership.
• Supportive environment: Work alongside a dedicated and experienced team.
• Established dealership: Be part of a respected automotive dealership with over 45 years in the auto industry.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and short‑term disability.
• Continuous improvement training.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discounts on parts, services, and vehicles.
• Opportunities for growth.

Location and Commute

Must be able to reliably commute to Tomball, TX or plan to relocate before starting work.

Parkway Family Auto is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.