Parts Associate - AutoNation Subaru Carlsbad

AutoNation Inc; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Maternity benefits

Associate purchase and discount

YouDecide deals

DRVPNK cancer fundraising

Job summary

AutoNation Inc. is seeking a Parts Retail Sales Associate in Carlsbad, CA. You will help technicians and retail guests find the right parts, price items accurately, and support a smooth purchasing process.

You will also answer inquiries and keep the parts area stocked and organized, driving a positive customer experience. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in automotive parts and proven sales and communication skills, with a strong focus on service and follow-up.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience delivering exceptional customer experience.
• One year experience in automotive parts department.
• One year sales experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organization and follow-up abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interact with technicians and retail guests to assist with parts purchases.
• Accurately price parts and pass information to relevant documents and systems.
• Answer phones promptly and satisfy inquiries.
• Stock and organize incoming inventory in correct locations.
• Create merchandising displays to promote parts sales and provide added value to customers.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.

The Parts Retail Associate position has the opportunity to interact with hundreds of customers to assist them in purchasing automotive parts. The goal is to create an exceptional buying experience to build customer loyalty to AutoNation. .

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?

• Promptly meet and assist both the technician and the retail guest in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Obtain the correct parts and accessories for both the technician and the retail guest in a timely manner.
• Accurately price parts and accessories using the proper pricing source and transfer the information to the proper document and computer system.
• Answer telephone calls promptly, courteously, and make every effort to satisfy the caller’s inquiry.
• Stock incoming inventory in the correct location.
• Maintain the parts department in clean and orderly manner.
• Provide customers with needed information and offer additional sales opportunities.
• Create and maintain merchandising display to promote product sales.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty

How will I know if I am successful?

The performance of a Parts Retail Sales Associate is measured by achieving:

• Achieve Parts Sales Targets
• Achieve Customer Satisfaction Targets

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience
• One year of experience in an automotive parts department.
• One year of sales experience
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization and follow-up skills

This positions pay starts at $40k annually

Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.