Automotive Parts Counter Sales

Rydell Chevrolet; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

$10,000 Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Employee Parts & Service Discounts

Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Rydell Chevrolet in Waterloo, IA is seeking an Automotive Parts Counter Salesperson to join the Parts Department. This full-time, non-exempt role offers base pay plus commission and serves retail, wholesale, and internal service customers.

The right candidate will have automotive parts knowledge, strong customer service, and the ability to use inventories and parts catalogs. Training is provided to grow with the dealership.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive parts, parts counter sales, dealership parts, retail auto parts, automotive service, or customer service preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills to assist retail, wholesale, and internal customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist retail, wholesale, and internal customers with automotive parts sales.
• Identify and locate the correct OEM and aftermarket automotive parts.
• Research part numbers, pricing, availability, and vehicle applications.
• Provide parts quotes and process customer orders.
• Handle phone, in-person, and internal parts requests.
• Process invoices, special orders, returns, and parts transactions.
• Work with Service Advisors and Technicians to locate needed parts.
• Receive, stock, organize, and maintain parts inventory.
• Follow up with customers on orders and special-order parts.
• Build strong customer relationships and repeat business.
• Maintain accurate inventory and parts records.

Skills

Parts knowledge

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication skills

Tools

Inventory systems

OEM catalog

Job description

Automotive Parts Counter Salesperson

Rydell Chevrolet – Waterloo, IA
Full-Time | Non-Exempt | Base Pay + Commission

Build Your Career in Automotive Parts

Rydell Chevrolet is looking for a motivated, customer-focused Automotive Parts Counter Salesperson to join our Parts Department in Waterloo, Iowa.

If you have experience in automotive parts, parts counter sales, dealership parts, retail auto parts, automotive service, or customer service, we'd like to hear from you. Have automotive knowledge but limited dealership experience? We provide training and support to help the right person grow.

As an Automotive Parts Counter Salesperson, you'll help retail, wholesale, and internal service customers find the right parts while working closely with our Service Technicians and Advisors.

Why Rydell?

At Rydell Chevrolet, our mission is simple:

"To Be So Effective That We Are Able To Be Helpful To Others."

We believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment with competitive compensation, training, and opportunities to build a long-term career in the automotive industry.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Pay + Commission
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• $10,000 Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Employee Parts & Service Discounts
• Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Assist retail, wholesale, and internal customers with automotive parts sales
• Identify and locate the correct OEM and aftermarket automotive parts
• Research part numbers, pricing, availability, and vehicle applications
• Provide parts quotes and process customer orders
• Handle phone, in-person, and internal parts requests
• Process invoices, special orders, returns, and parts transactions
• Work with Service Advisors and Automotive Technicians to locate needed parts
• Receive, stock, organize, and maintain parts inventory
• Follow up with customers on orders and special-order parts
• Build strong customer relationships and repeat business
• Maintain accurate inventory and parts records

What We’re Looking For

• Automotive parts knowledge or experience preferred
• Previous parts counter, auto parts store, dealership, retail sales, automotive service, or customer service is a plus
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Comfortable using computers, electronic parts catalogs, and inventory systems
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, positive, and team-oriented
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

Whether you're an experienced Automotive Parts Counterperson, Parts Advisor, Parts Specialist, Parts Sales Representative, or Auto Parts Professional looking for a new dealership, or you're ready to turn your automotive knowledge into a new career, Rydell Chevrolet wants to hear from you.

Bring your automotive knowledge, customer service skills, and drive to succeed — we’ll provide the team, tools, and opportunity to grow.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and driving record review.

Rydell Chevrolet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.