Parts Advisor

Lithia Motors; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway is hiring a Parts Advisor for our Smyrna, GA on-site dealership. In this role you will greet customers, manage the parts counter, coordinate with the service team, and handle inventory and returns.

You should have 1+ year in automotive parts or dealership, knowledge of basic automotive components, and a valid driver’s license. A positive attitude and accuracy are essential as you support daily operations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in automotive parts or dealership environment.
• Understand basic automotive components and systems.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone and greet customers and vendors.
• Maintain a clean counter, work area, and stockroom.
• Coordinate parts for vehicle repair with the Service Team.
• Order parts from suppliers based on requests.
• Receive, unpack, and store parts so they are available when needed.
• Take inventory and maintain records of goods received.
• Receive payment or obtain credit authorization.
• Process core returns, warranties and parts returns.

Skills

Automotive parts experience

Customer service

Basic automotive knowledge

Job description

Dealership: L0582 Wade Ford Wade Ford

Now Hiring: Parts Advisor

Pay: Commission plan

Schedule: Full-time with occasional Saturdays

Reports to: Parts Manager

Location: On-site in Smyrna, Ga.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive pay that reflects your skills and dedication to excellence.

Quality of Life: We believe in promoting a work environment that respects your personal time and wellbeing, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling career.

Personal Growth: With access to ongoing training programs, we support your career progression and encourage you to reach your full potential.

Supportive Team Environment: Become part of a team that values collaboration, communication, and mutual support, where your contributions are recognized and valued.

What You'll Do

• Answer telephone and greet customers and vendors.
• Maintain a clean counter, work area, and stockroom.
• Work with the Service Team to coordinate parts for vehicle repair and service.
• Order parts from suppliers based on Service Department and customer request.
• Receive, unpack, and store parts in appropriate storage areas so they are available when needed.
• Take inventory, maintain records of goods received and keep perpetual inventory controls.
• Receive payment or obtain credit authorization.
• Process core returns, parts warranties and parts returns.

What You'll Bring

• 1+ year of experience in the automotive field or in a dealership environment.
• Understand basic automotive components and systems.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!