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Parts Counter Person (Shipping & Receiving)

Swickard Auto Group
Palo Alto, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Jan 2025
💰 $50,000/yr($36,000/yr$50,000/yr)

About the role

Description

As a Parts Counter Person (Shipping & Receiving), you will play a crucial role in providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers while efficiently processing parts orders, receiving incoming shipments, and maintaining a clean and organized parts warehouse. 


Responsibilities

Customer Service:

  • Greet customers promptly and professionally.
  • Assist customers in identifying and selecting the correct parts.
  • Provide accurate information on part availability, pricing, and compatibility.
  • Process customer orders and payments efficiently.
  • Resolve customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and courteous manner.

Inventory Management:

  • Maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Receive and stock incoming parts shipments.
  • Conduct regular inventory checks to identify low-stock items.
  • Place orders for parts to replenish stock levels.
  • Organize and maintain a clean and organized parts warehouse.

Technical Support:

  • Utilize computer systems and parts catalogs to identify and locate parts.
  • Collaborate with technicians to determine the correct parts needed for repairs.
  • Provide technical advice and support to customers and technicians.

Administrative Tasks:

  • Process paperwork, including invoices, purchase orders, and returns.
  • Assist with shipping and receiving operations.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Other duties as assigned. 


Qualifications

  • Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.  
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience: Previous experience in automotive parts or related field preferred.
  • Skills
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   
  • Basic computer skills, including knowledge of inventory management systems.
  • Valid driver's license (may be required for deliveries or other duties).


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry heavy parts.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, reach, and kneel.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits of Working at Swickard:

  • Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
  • Positive Culture - Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
  • Growth Opportunities - Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
  • Competitive Compensation - Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

About Us

  • We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR. 
  • We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and services. 
  • We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success. 
  • Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work! 
  • Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more. 
  • We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News. 

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?  


To all recruitment agencies: Swickard does not accept agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Swickard employees. Swickard is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #T5

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