Description
Hill International Trucks, the Tri-State area’s largest medium- and heavy-duty truck and trailer dealership, is currently looking for a full-time Parts Counter Salesperson. The primary responsibility of this role is to sell parts to all customers, over the counter, through the shop or on the phone. Assists all customers (retail and shop) in selecting required parts in a friendly, professional and efficient manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Informs customers of companion part requirements and specials and ensures that the customer is exposed to the full product line.
- Answers phone calls, provide price quotes and other information.
- Reviews body shop estimates to be sure the parts that are ordered are correct and all pricing is in line with the estimate.
- Provides high level of service to internal and external customers.
- Pull and fill out orders from stock.
- Notifies parts manager of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention.
- Locates out-of-stock parts from outside source and submits an emergency order, if necessary.
- Notify the service advisor and the customer when special ordered parts have been received.
- Notify the body shop when all parts have arrived and when they will be delivered.
- Pulls orders for delivery to body shop, making sure all parts are tagged with customer names and job number.
- Follows up on back-ordered parts.
- Verifies will-call and back-order files weekly and returns to vendors, or stocks those items not picked up or required.
- Replenishes assigned inventory daily.
- Assist outside sales representatives with their orders.
- Make sure all internal requests for parts are billed on repair order.
- Receive payment from retail customers or obtain credit authorization.
- Ensures that all charge sales are signed by the customer.
- Ensure that all customers receive their copy of the invoice.
- Issues credit for parts returned, ensuring that the original invoice, or its number, is available so that purchase and pricing can be verified.
- Issues and tracks requested shop tools from technicians.
- Keeps orderly records of all repair orders, invoices, insurance estimates, and special-order parts.
- Sets up orders for daily shipment, delivery, or pick-up.
- Solicitors assigned accounts by phone.
- Keeps front and rear counter areas clean and uncluttered.
- Cleans computer terminals and printers daily.
- Participates in all training programs that are made available.
- Keeps current on new products and product updates.
- Participates with the parts manager in maintaining a lost sales tracking program.
- Maintains professional appearance.
HOURS & PAY:
- Mon-Fri from 7am- 3:30pm and Saturdays 8am-4pm as needed.
- $22-27 per hour+ bonus based on exp.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Requires standing for long periods.
- Requires accurate, knowledgeable detailed work.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, twisting
- Required frequent lifting of objects 5 to 80 pounds.
- Frequent telephone use and professional phone etiquette.?
- Occasional lifting of objects over 80 pounds.
- Must be able to communicate and work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
- Requires some work outdoors, in all types of weather conditions for loading and unloading parts on/off trucks when necessary.
BENEFITS:
- Excellent pay (Salary + Bonuses) based on experience (BOE)
- Medical, Dental, & Prescription Drug coverage
- Regular performance reviews
- Management opportunities
- 401K with company match
- Paid time off for vacations and holidays
- Paid Uniforms
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prior experience in an automotive, heavy-duty truck or tractor parts sale's role preferred.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Punctual, reliable and excellent work ethic and service standards.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.
- Ability to use parts department computer system, calculator, and forklift and hand trucks.
- Ability to use mechanical tools such as crimpers, cutters, pliers, wrenches, and tape measures.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening, and background check.
Hill International Trucks (Or Other Entity Ford/Modern) is an equal opportunity employer.?
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors
