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Parts counter clerk requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in parts counter clerk job postings.
Sample parts counter clerk requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to read and interpret part numbers
  • Experience with computerized inventory systems
  • Experience in automotive/truck parts
Sample required parts counter clerk soft skills
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and with a team
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Parts counter clerk job description example 1

ITS ConGlobal parts counter clerk job description

ITS ConGlobal is the industry-leading provider of intermodal rail terminal services, autoloading and unloading and container depot services. We take pride in consistently delivering superior and reliable service, a broad scope of services and an exemplary safety record. We're currently seeking a Parts Counter/Warehouse Clerk.

The Parts Counter/Warehouse Clerk's primary role is creating and maintaining a strong relationship between the company and the customer.
Responsibilities
· Performs daily cycle counts
· Completes unsupervised accurate part number research, using parts manuals, schematics, and various written material
· Conducts daily safety observations
· Handles all types of customer parts phone inquiries in a diplomatic, friendly and businesslike manner
· Ability to pick, pack, and ship parts in a timely and accurate manner (must be able to lift 50 lbs.)
· Performs daily, weekly, and monthly inspections
· Controls, documents and implements safety programs
· Accurately invoice customers
· Manages the purchase order process and complies with all corporate policies and procedures
· Maintains customer order records for on-time processing, shipping, and billing
· Monitors and acknowledges customer transactions with appropriate documentation
· Enters appropriate inventory information into the computer in a timely and accurate manner
· Delivers parts as necessary (including to vessels)
· Codes approves, processes and researches vendor invoices for payment
· Performs other duties as assigned

This is an exciting time at ITS and we're growing our team! We offer full-time employees the following; career growth, competitive compensation, benefits, 401K & vacation.
Qualifications
· Must have a high school diploma or equivalent education
· Should be computer literate familiar with Microsoft software
· Energetic and customer driven
· Good organizational skills
· Minimum 6 months previous parts experience required
· Effective verbal and written communications
· Courteous customer communication skills
· Must have a valid driver's license
· Ability to obtain TWIC card or currently possesses one
· Previous experience driving company vehicle and forklift a plus
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Parts counter clerk job description example 2

Tracy Toyota parts counter clerk job description

Minimum 2 years experience. Toyota preferred

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent.


Other

Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.

Professional personal appearance.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to meet company's production and quality standards.


Physical Requirements

Surroundings

spend time indoors in air-conditioned areas.


Sitting

on a regular basis


Standing

on a regular basis


Walking

on a regular basis


Bending, twisting and/or stooping

on a regular basis


Kneeling and/or Squatting

on a regular basis


Lifting

25 lbs to 50 lbs

infrequently


Reaching and/or lifting overhead

on a regular basis


Climbing

stairs


Repetitive hand/finger movement

on a regular basis


Grasping/grabbing with hands

on a regular basis


Pushing and Pulling

on a regular basis


Expectations

General Expectations

Devote himself/herself to insuring satisfaction to customers.

Determine management, production and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.

Attend company meetings as required.

Maintain a follow-up system that encourages follow through with assigned projects.

Establish personal performance goals that are consistent with company standards of productivity and devise a strategy to meet those goals.

Review and analyze actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to determine how to better utilize time and plans more effectively.

Understand the terminology of the business and keep abreast of technology changes in products and services.

Know and understand the federal, state and local requirements which govern the company’s business.

Follow lawful directions from supervisors.

Understand and follow work rules and procedures.

Participate in performance management.

Interact well with others and be a positive influence on employee morale.

Uphold the company’s non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.

Work evening, weekend and holiday work hours as required.


Job-Specific Expectations

Take and fill orders for wholesale body shops & repair shops promptly and efficiently, helping service technicians as needed to determine which parts and accessories are required for each job.

Communicate with the wholesale body shops & repair shops to verify that your department is meeting their parts and accessories requirements.

Make suggestions when appropriate regarding specific parts and accessories that may be needed for each job.

Provide information regarding the associated cost of parts required on repair orders.

Keep inventory control system and parts catalog up to date.

Inform service personnel when back ordered or special order parts are received.

Accept and follow through on lawful directions from supervisors.

Be polite and friendly, greet customers promptly and deliver exceptional customer service.

Actively seek and obtain a thorough knowledge of parts history, merchandise and automobile service. Be able to communicate this knowledge as needed to adequately meet demands while maintaining good inventory turn ratios.

Work with the parts and accessories manager and aid in reaching set goals for profitability and sales of parts and accessories.

Work with multiple customers at once if needed while still providing individual customer satisfaction.

Keep customer mailing lists up to date.

Work with customers to determine parts and accessories needs and explore merchandise in catalogs. Draw attention to any new merchandise, specials, and sales, as well as suggest supplementary products that may supplement the customers initial purchase.

Conduct telephone transactions courteously and promptly. Inform customers and dealership staff when appropriate regarding any new merchandise, specials and sales.

Deal with customer complaints in a sensible manner by showing empathy and a pleasant attitude to show our commitment to excellent customer service and to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Be precise in all cash register transactions, taking accurate credit card and cash payments for purchases.

In accepting delivery of and processing merchandise from distributors, verify merchandise according to purchase invoice and record merchandise into inventory. Prepare the product for presentation on the showroom floor.

Make sure that the merchandise displays are dusted, clean, fully stocked, and appealing to customers.

Become proficient and familiar with computer systems necessary for parts and accessories management.

Periodically carry out physical inventory of merchandise.

If necessary, may need to help coworkers with other job responsibilities.

This job description lists many of your duties and responsibilities but not limited to above job description.

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Parts counter clerk job description example 3

Ken Garff Automotive Group parts counter clerk job description

Considering a career with Ken Garff Automotive Group means you are in for a great ride (excuse the car metaphor)! We're not your standard dealership or group of dealerships and we are pretty darn proud of that. We are out to do things differently and want to consistently change, grow, and progress. For that reason, our employees are proud of where they work!

Ken Garff Ford Fort Collins a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, is currently looking for a talented Parts Front Counter Sales Associate that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, intelligence, greatness, honesty and teamwork.

As a group, we aim to become the most esteemed automotive group by treating people R.I.G.H.T and creating lifetime customers!
Here's why you'll want to work here:
Paid training and real career growth Competitive compensation package Great people with a great culture Paid Time Off and 401k with Company match Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life InsuranceYear-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback) Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!

Here's what you'll be doing:
Ensure that customer complaints are handled tactfully, promptly, with genuine concern, and according to the dealership's guidelines; deals directly with customer complaints stemming from parts issues.Encourage the sale of branded parts.Schedule regular efforts to improve the efficiency of customer/Parts Department interactions and transactions Establish processes to ensure accuracy between inventory and computer records.Refresh accessory displays and coordinate with Sales Manager in ensuring an accessory vehicle is available.Monitor the workflow in the parts department and intervene as needed to ensure the work is completed on time and technician needs are met.Make warranty and billing adjustments.Monitor backorders daily ensuring deliveries are shipped and received as quickly as possible Ensure that all dealership purchases are properly accounted for before payment is made.Assure that all parts are properly tagged to ensure that the dealership recovers full credit from the factory.Assist in collecting on overdue accounts.Notify all special-order customers upon arrival of parts.

Here's what you'll need:
2 or more years of experience in an automotive parts department preferred Ability to read and comprehend job-related instructions and information whether electronic or paper-based Deals creatively and logically with any problems that arise, while expressing empathy for customers and their problems High School diploma or equivalent required Must have the ability to move about the parts department and have computer skills Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role (i.e. lift over 50lbs.) A valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record, per company standards

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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