Industrial Parts Specialist — Solutions & Quotes Expert

Aston Carter; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product training provided

Contract-to-hire

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Industrial Parts Specialist in Lafayette, LA, to assist customers in finding hoses, fittings, adapters, valves, and other components. You will prepare quotes, process orders, and liaise with vendors to ensure availability and timely delivery.

You will support walk-in customers, build lasting relationships, and work closely with purchasing and warehouse teams to meet daily needs. This role emphasizes mechanical insight and customer-focused problem solving.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial products.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn technical products and understand component interactions.
• Organized and detail-oriented mindset.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Respond to quotes, orders, pricing, and product information requests.
• Help customers identify hoses, fittings, adapters, valves, and related components.
• Prepare accurate quotes and process orders.
• Coordinate with vendors on pricing, availability, and lead times.
• Track orders and communicate updates to customers.
• Support walk-in customers at the branch counter.
• Build relationships through responsive service and product knowledge.
• Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, and operations to meet needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Technical product knowledge

Organized

Multitasking

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking an Industrial Parts Specialist in Lafayette, LA, to assist customers in finding hoses, fittings, adapters, valves, and other components. You will prepare quotes, process orders, and liaise with vendors to ensure availability and timely delivery.

You will support walk-in customers, build lasting relationships, and work closely with purchasing and warehouse teams to meet daily needs. This role emphasizes mechanical insight and customer-focused problem solving.