Sales Associate - Parts Sales

Bass Pro Shops; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Parts Sales associate in Illinois to maintain and control boat, motor, trailer and ATV parts inventory while assisting customers with purchases and inquiries. The role involves processing sales, handling funds, creating purchase orders, and reconciling inventories to ensure accuracy.

The position emphasizes strong customer service, effective communication, data entry, and familiarity with IDS inventory systems. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• HighSchool education or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with parts purchases and questions at the parts counter or by phone.
• Research customer inquiries using Internet sites, manufacturer contact, or on-site references.
• Perform part sales transactions and ensure funds are reconciled daily.
• Create purchase orders to stock parts and forward to vendors.
• Receive and verify parts against shipping documents and update IDS accordingly.
• Process refunds, verify payment for special orders, and issue parts to technicians as required.
• Conduct regular parts inventories and report variances.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Phone etiquette

Relationship building

Data entry

Computer proficiency

Marine knowledge

Education

High School education

Tools

IDS inventory tracking system

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Part Sales role maintains and controls boat, motor, trailer and ATV parts inventory and assist external and internal customers with purchases of or questions regarding parts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensure a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers.
• Receives inquiries from customers requesting retail parts, price quotes or general information either by phone or at the parts counter.
• Researches customer inquiries using Internet sites, manufacturer contact or on-site reference materials.
• Performs part sales transactions either on the phone or at the parts counter.
• Safeguards funds received and perform till reconciliation procedures on a daily basis.
• Creates purchase orders to buy parts needed for stock, customer or work order requirements and forward order to appropriate vendor.
• Receives parts ordered and check shipping documents vs. merchandise / quantities received for accuracy.
• Performs data entry of parts received into the IDS inventory tracking system.
• Places merchandise received in designated location for easy retrieval.
• Verifies and validates receipt of payment in full before special order parts are shipped.
• Issues parts to technicians and riggers as per work order requirements then subsequently enter those parts issued on work order in IDS to track parts inventory.
• Verifies and completes refund transactions on returned parts or cancellations.
• Ensures returned and warranty parts are sent back to the appropriate vendor and credit is received.
• Prepares for and conducts required parts inventories as per established schedules.
• Reports and reconciles any inventory shortages or parts variances resulting from physical inventory.
• Maintains a clean and professional work area.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• HighSchool education or equivalent experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts or percentages and make change to customers
• Ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner to our customers and other associates
• Good phone etiquette
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Management, coworkers and customers
• Ability to operate computer and perform data entry functions Marine knowledge helpful

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ableto lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for extended periods

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT :

• Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

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