Parts Counterperson

Kia Country of Charleston; South Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(K) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options

Job summary

A family-owned motor vehicle business in South Carolina is seeking an Entry Level Parts Sales Associate. The role involves overseeing the parts sales process, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining stock accuracy. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and prior auto parts sales experience is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and a valid driver's license are required. This full-time position offers benefits including paid time off and insurance options.

Qualifications

• Prior auto parts sales experience preferred.
• Eager to improve in a dynamic work environment.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the parts sales process from start to finish.
• Communicate with staff and customers in a friendly manner.
• Provide high level service to both internal and external customers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Ability to read/interpret documents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

If you love cars and have a passion for people, you may have found your future. As a family-owned business, we are always looking for new talent. We are committed to: Exceeding customer expectations; Expert product knowledge; Striving for excellence; Maintaining professionalism and a spirit of fun.

Grow with Us. We invest in our staff. Our team members are trained and certified and receive continuing education each year for as long as they are employed. Retention and promotion from within are the cornerstone of our human resources planning. We believe in cross-training and team orientation. The more you know the stronger you are. Our employees have opportunities with the entire Lee family.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options

Responsibilities

• Oversee the parts sales process from start to finish
• Communicate with staff and customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Converse effectively/efficiently regarding customer parts status
• Read and understand the parts catalog when looking up and speaking to specific parts
• Answer phone calls, provide price quotes and other information to customers
• Review body shop estimates to verify the parts ordered are correct and all pricing is in line with the estimate
• Provide high level service to both internal and external customers
• Pull/fill orders from stock and maintain weekly bin checks to ensure accuracy of stock
• Notify parts manager of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention
• Locate out-of-stock parts from outside source and submit an emergency order, if necessary
• Make sure all internal requests for parts are billed on service repair order
• Receive payment from retail customers or obtain credit authorization

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and prior auto parts sales experience (preferred)
• Eager to improve in a dynamic work environment
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to read/interpret safety and maintenance documents
• Ability to calculate figures/amounts including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, %, area, circumference, and volume
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing