Parts Assistant Managers are responsible for assisting customers in finding the appropriate parts for their vehicle. Proficient automotive knowledge required. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Receive and fill telephone orders for parts. Take product orders from customers. Process sales or other transactions. Fill customer orders from stock and place orders when requested items are out of stock. Read catalogs, microfiche viewers, or computer displays to determine replacement part stock numbers and prices. Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs. Receive payment or obtain credit authorization. Process sales or other transactions. Prepare sales slips or sales contracts. Prepare sales or other contracts. Determine replacement parts required, according to inspections of old parts, customer requests, or customers' descriptions of malfunctions. Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs. Assist advisors, and updating them about back-ordered parts. Locate and label parts and maintain inventory of stock. Monitor inventories of products or materials. Mark and store parts in stockrooms according to prearranged systems. Stock products or parts. Pick up and deliver parts. Arrange delivery of goods or services. Discuss use and features of various parts, based on knowledge of machines or equipment. Advise customers on the use of products or services. Manage shipments by researching shipping methods or costs and tracking packages. Analyze shipping information to make routing decisions. Calculate shipping costs. Maintain and clean work and inventory areas. Clean work areas. Examine returned parts for defects, and exchange defective parts or refund money. Examine condition of property or products. Process sales or other transactions. Advise customers on substitution or modification of parts when identical replacements are not available. Advise customers on the use of products or services. Place new merchandise on display. Set up merchandise displays. Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain functioning of equipment. Explain technical product or service information to customers. Demonstrate products to consumers. Measure parts, using precision measuring instruments, to determine whether similar parts may be machined to required sizes.

Qualifications

-Reynolds & Reynolds experience preferred
- Strong background in purchasing and negotiation
- Mechanical knowledge and experience with automotive diagnostics
- Proficient in data entry and inventory control
- Excellent customer service skills and experience in procurement
- Knowledge of logistics, sourcing, and supply chain management
- Familiarity with precision measuring instruments
- Previous dealership experience and understanding of order management systems

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Westerly, RI 02891: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person