Parts Specialist

RDO Truck Centers; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RDO Truck Centers seeks a dedicated individual for customer service and parts sales roles in Fargo, North Dakota. Responsibilities include assisting customers, handling inventory, and maintaining professional standards. Ideal candidates will have formal parts training or industry experience and demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

The position requires valid work authorization for the U.S. and a proactive approach to teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Understanding of mechanical and technical terms is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in keeping parts department clean and professional.
• Record all sales (including lost sales) and/or customer transactions using company provided systems.
• Receive, ship, and store parts as needed in accordance with DOT guidelines.

Skills

Customer service skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Formal parts training and/or industry experience

Tools

Parts operating systems

Computer skills

Job description

Overview

This individual will perform a variety of customer service, marketing, promoting, advertising, and stocking duties related to the parts sales, receiving and delivery of parts and accessories that contribute to the efficient, safe and profitable operation of the parts department. They will assist customers by properly identifying needed items, using electronic parts catalogs and other available resources. They will merchandise, invoice and make any necessary entries to the inventory control system based on company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in keeping parts department clean and professional.
• Record all sales (including lost sales) and/or customer transactions using Company provided systems/tools and guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining the retail sales floor and displays to meet or exceed the dealership's standards and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Take a proactive approach to inventory control by assisting and/or reporting discrepancies.
• Ensure internal and external customers receive the correct parts in a timely manner.
• Receive, ship, and store parts as needed in accordance with DOT local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Proactively study and stay current on industry and product information.
• Pick up and deliver parts for customers and vendors as needed.
• Mark and store parts in stockroom according to prearranged system and assist with cycle count duties.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook.
• Conduct self in the presence of customers and community so as to present a professional image of RDO Truck Centers.
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set.
• Participate in all company/location driven communication efforts, including open book meetings, huddles, department meetings and other related efforts.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• Formal parts training and/or industry experience.
• Understanding of mechanical and technical terms.
• Knowledge of parts operating systems preferred.
• Computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.