Sales - Retail Counter

PYP; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PYP at our Garner, NC location seeks a customer-focused Parts Counter Associate. You will deliver superior in-person service to walk-in customers, identify parts using inventory software, and process cash/credit sales at the front desk. Maintain displays to drive impulse purchases.

You will coordinate with yard staff to pull parts, inspect returns, and ensure accuracy in transactions. A strong customer service background and effective communication are essential; automotive knowledge is

Qualifications

• Strong customer service background.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• High School or GED Equivalent preferred. College coursework desired.
• Prior automotive experience and knowledge of automotive parts preferred.
• Two to three years of prior customer service relations preferred.

Responsibilities

• In-Person Sales: Provide immediate, high-quality service to all walk-in retail and wholesale customers.
• Parts Identification: Use inventory software to help customers find exact matches for their vehicles with the vehicles on-site.
• Sales: Process cash and credit transactions using POS systems at the front counter.
• Yard Coordination: Coordinate with parts pullers to retrieve parts requested by customers.
• Merchandising & Displays: Set up and maintain displays of popular parts to drive impulse sales.
• Core & Returns Management: Inspect returned parts and process credits or warranty claims.
• Assumes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Description

Responsible for providing a superior customer service experience to all walk-in customers.

1. In-Person Sales: Provide immediate, high-quality service to all walk-in retail and wholesale customers.
2. Parts Identification: Use inventory software to help customers find exact matches for their vehicles with the vehicles on-site.
3. Sales: Actively manage the front counter area, processing cash and credit transactions using POS systems.
4. Yard Coordination: Communicate directly with parts pullers to retrieve parts for customers that want the company to pull their parts for them
5. Merchandising & Displays: Set up and maintain physical displays of popular parts (e.g., batteries, fluids, tools) to drive impulse sales.
6. Core & Returns Management: Inspect physical parts returned by walk-in customers to verify condition and process credits or warranty claims
7. Assumes other duties as assigned

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• To perform this job this job successfully, an individual must have a strong customer service background.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• High School or G.E.D. Equivalent preferred. College coursework desired.
• Prior automotive experience and knowledge of automotive parts preferred.
• Two to three years of prior customer service relations preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to establish priorities and demonstrate effective time-management skills.
• Must be able to work in a team oriented environment.
• Must be attentive to detail and ensure accuracy in work assignments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have the flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Office environment, requires walking, standing, or sitting for several hours at time.
• Perform repetitive motion tasks on computer.