Empire Automotive Group Ford Lincoln of Huntington: Auto Parts Counter

We’re currently looking to hire an Auto Parts Counter Person to join our team. We are looking for a career-minded, customer service-oriented individual with previous auto parts sales experience. This position will be a salary/commission-based position that is driven by team success, working with the technician contributing to the growth of the store.

Your Daily Work Schedule: 

• Oversees the parts sales process from start to finish.
• Communicates with staff and customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Converses effectively/efficiently regarding customer parts status
• Reads and understands the parts catalog when looking up and speaking to specific parts.
• Answers phone calls and provides price quotes and other information to customers.
• Reviews body shop estimates to verify the parts ordered are correct, and all pricing is in line with the estimate.
• Provides high level service to both internal and external customers.
• Pulls/fills orders from stock and maintains weekly bin checks to ensure accuracy of stock.
• Notifies parts manager of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention.
• Locate out-of-stock parts from outside sources and submit an emergency order, if necessary.
• Ensures all internal requests for parts are billed on service repair order.
• Receives payment from retail customers or obtains credit authorization.

Personal Career Growth and incentives:
As a rapidly growing automotive group, we have fantastic career opportunities with 401k, health benefits, dental and vision. Also, we have incentive programs through all our dealers, including promoting from within, allowing you to grow with us! If you've got a passion for people and the desire to succeed, working at Empire Automotive Group is your next job!

Qualities we’re looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent and auto parts sales experience (preferred)
• Eager to improve in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills.
• Some parts counter experience, dealership or aftermarket.
• Ability to read/interpret safety and maintenance documents.
• Ability to calculate figures/amounts including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, %, area, circumference, and volume.
• You have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• You understand the importance of listening and being empathetic.
• You have strong work-ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• You have experience providing outstanding customer service by showcasing expertise, fostering trust, and growing customer satisfaction.
• You have friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• You are open to constructive feedback to improve your performance and development.
• Flexible with work scheduling and availability to work weekends and holidays.
• You have strong computer and multitasking skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

The job descriptions and responsibilities above will be required but not limited to any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. In a retail automotive dealership, nothing is more important than a satisfied customer. Come grow with us!

We are an equal-opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Empire Automotive Group provides exceptional opportunities for any individual seeking to advance in the retail automotive industry. Empire has numerous franchise operations throughout Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Brooklyn, Westchester and New Jersey, featuring 18 different brands, both import and domestic. We are the third-fastest growing privately owned automotive group in the U.S.

At the Empire Automotive Group, we are passionate about shaping the future of mobility. We go beyond selling and servicing vehicles; we provide unparalleled experiences with knowledge and skills that redefine industry standards. Our commitment to respect, transparency, and integrity forms the foundation of our operation. Not only do we create meaningful customer relationships, but we also nurture strong community connections. As one team, we work to re-imagine the automotive industry, while ensuring that all drivers continue their journey forward. Come grow with us!

  401k Plan 

 Paid time off (PTO) 

 Competitive Pay Plans 

 Health Insurance 

 Dental Insurance 

 Vision Plans 

 Promotion from within