Parts Advisor, Houston

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,817 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Parts Advisor (back counter) to oversee parts operations at the service center, ensuring accurate inventory management and timely support for technicians. The role emphasizes efficient parts handling, catalog searches, and accurate estimation for repairs.

You will maintain inventory, handle transfers between locations, and promote accessories while delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment at our Houston-area service facilities.

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience as a Service Parts Advisor (back counter), with a strong track record of efficiently dispatching parts to technicians in the shop to support seamless operations
• Proficiency in parts catalog search for specific repair needs
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification, demonstrating a commitment to safety and operational efficiency in the workplace
• Ability to work independently and make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment, effectively minimizing downtime on repairs
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to use basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as learn proprietary DMS software
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods of time
• Full-time, including weekends or extended hours during busy periods
• Willingness to complete Lucid provided CPR training post hire
• Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year. Drivers under 21 must have maintained a Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years and successfully complete Lucid Training upon hire

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage parts inventory by anticipating and addressing business needs to optimize operations
• Maintains an accurate and effective parts inventory control system that includes perpetual and annual inventories
• Order inventory and special-order parts for repairs
• Receive parts orders and stock them efficiently in designated storage area or assigned bins
• Effectively manages parts transfers from one Lucid Service location to another if applicable
• Generates parts estimates for customers, insurance companies or internal fleet vehicles to be sold by service advisor
• Stay up to date on latest part revision changes and refresh local inventory accordingly
• Achieve and maintain a high First Time Fill Rate (FTFR) for the Service Center’s Parts Department, ensuring timely and accurate service
• Organize and oversee parts warranty returns, both in the system and physically
• Interpret and understand automotive terminology, enabling accurate and efficient part searches within the catalog allowing for precise parts ordering
• Promote sales of accessories according to Lucid guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Parts inventory

Customer service

MS Office

DMS software

Forklift certified

Education

AA/BS in Automotive Tech or Bus Mgmt

Tools

DMS software

MS Office

Job description

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

The Parts Advisor (back counter) position will oversee parts operations within the service center to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction while maximizing return on investment through parts inventory management. The Parts Advisor is an integral part of service center operations focused on parts efficiency to support seamless operations.

The Role

• Effectively manage parts inventory by anticipating and addressing business needs to optimize operations
• Maintains an accurate and effective parts inventory control system that includes perpetual and annual inventories
• Order inventory and special-order parts for repairs
• Receive parts orders and stock them efficiently in designated storage area or assigned bins
• Effectively manages parts transfers from one Lucid Service location to another if applicable
• Generates parts estimates for customers, insurance companies or internal fleet vehicles to be sold by service advisor
• Stay up to date on latest part revision changes and refresh local inventory accordingly
• Achieve and maintain a high First Time Fill Rate (FTFR) for the Service Center’s Parts Department, ensuring timely and accurate service
• Organize and oversee parts warranty returns, both in the system and physically
• Interpret and understand automotive terminology, enabling accurate and efficient part searches within the catalog allowing for precise parts ordering
• Promote sales of accessories according to Lucid guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience as a Service Parts Advisor (back counter), with a strong track record of efficiently dispatching parts to technicians in the shop to support seamless operations
• Proficiency in parts catalog search for specific repair needs
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification, demonstrating a commitment to safety and operational efficiency in the workplace
• Ability to work independently and make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment, effectively minimizing downtime on repairs
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to use basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as learn proprietary DMS software
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods of time
• Full-time, including weekends or extended hours during busy periods
• Willingness to complete Lucid provided CPR training post hire
• Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year. Drivers under 21 must have maintained a Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years and successfully complete Lucid Training upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• AA/BS in either Automotive Technology or Business Management, or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of HV systems, LV systems, and EV powertrains
• Start-up experience and related fast-paced environments
• Previous OEM Parts training

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (hourly)

$26 - $35 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a401(k) retirementplan. Eligible employees may alsoparticipatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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