The Autonation USA Automotive Parts Associates ensures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. Responsible for receiving and recording new parts inventory; maintaining parts databases and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Organizational Relationships:

Reports directly to the Parts Manager, interacts with all levels of dealership staff.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?

• Maintains parts inventory by verifying supplies and placing orders when order-points are reached.
• Stocks items by unpacking, arranging, and placing items in bins and on shelves and adjusting inventory system.
• Receives returned items by inspecting items; re-packing and re-shelving items; returning damaged and unused parts to supplier.
• Maintains safe and secure environment by following safety and security standards and procedures and complying with codes.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading about new products.
• Place daily parts orders. Assist Parts Manager in processing weekly stock orders.
• Ensure that credits are received for returned parts. Remove returned parts from inventory after credit are received.
• Assist in annual parts returns. Provide necessary information to the Warranty Department to allow prompt filing of parts warranties.
• Match purchase orders and invoices, approve and forward to accounting office.
• File company copies of parts counter invoices.
• Assist in preparing for annual parts inventory.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company’s Vision, Mission, and Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and suppliers.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Must meet company’s requirements for employment.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• At least 6 month experience in After Market Parts environment.
• Ability to interpret vendor catalogs.
• Ability to use parts department computer system, calculator and motor vehicle.
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to operate an automobile.
• Ability to withstand prolonged periods of computer usage and/or data entry.
• Ability to lift, stand, walk and/or sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work in various working conditions both indoors and outdoors, including but not limited to extreme heat and/or cold, and rain.
• Ability to kneel, bend, and/or reach above the shoulders.
• Ability to lift seventy-five pounds.

AutoNation is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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