Parts Advisor / Driver

Sterling Ford Lincoln in Opelousas, LA is hiring!

We are looking for motivated individuals who take pride in serving Acadiana and being a part of a successful family-owned and operated business.

The Parts Counter / Driver plays a vital role in our operations by assisting mechanics and customers in purchasing necessary parts and supplies, as well as the pickup and delivery of parts between local dealerships and automotive parts retailers.

The Parts Counter / Driver reports directly to the Parts Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Oversee the parts sales process from start to finish Communicate with customers on parts price quotes and status, both in person and over the phone Achieve monthly sales targets and gross forecasts while actively seeking out and soliciting new business opportunities Learn our online parts catalog system and be able to accurately calculate estimates Deliver parts as needed between local dealerships and parts retailers Check in and unload freight deliveries, stocking parts in their designated area Pulls and fills 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 Make sure all internal requests for parts are billed on service repair order Receives payment from retail customers or obtains credit authorization Set up orders for daily shipment, delivery, or pick-up Practice safe driving practices at all times, both on Sterling property and on the road Job Requirements & Qualifications : We are looking for a team player who is ready to hit the ground running on learning our processes, programs, and business needs Must have a minimum of two years of customer service experience The ideal candidate must be coachable, have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication, possess strong time management skills, and maintain professional demeanor & appearance.  Must be willing to submit to pre-employment background check & drug screen Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, and be at least 21 years of age or have 3 full years of driving experience Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required Schedule : Full-time Monday-Friday, including some Saturdays Why Choose Sterling?  Our mission is to attract, develop, and retain great people to deliver a memorable experience that creates lasting relationships, one customer at a time.

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