Automotive Experienced Wholesale Parts Specialist - Lansing, United States - LaFontaine Automotive Group

Description

AUTOMOTIVE EXPERIENCED WHOLESALE PARTS SPECIALISTAre you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for youWHOLESALE PARTS SPECIALIST - HIGH VOLUME FAST PACE HIGH REWARDMONDAY-

FRIDAYCASUAL DRESSNO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDSHIGH SALARY DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCEROOM FOR ADVANCEMENTTHE PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
• Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
• Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection) 401(k) and Employer Match
• Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday PaySkills & Qualifications:
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One year in a vehicle parts department required.
• Sales Experience preferred.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, Skills & Qualifications:

• Oversees the Parts Sales process from start to finish.
• Communicates with customers on parts status.
• Communicates with staff and customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Must be able to read and understand the Parts Catalog when looking up parts.
• Answers phone calls, providing price quotes and other information.
• Provides high level service to internal and external customers.
• 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 sources and submits an Emergency Order, if necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to stand, sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach with hands and arms, take, and hear.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

THE COMPANY:
Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr.

and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations.

The group employs nearly 2,500 individuals.

It's the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities.

The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan.

The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise to treat every customer like they are members of our family.

From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer's specific needs.


LaFontaine represents the following brands:

Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen.

The LaFontaine Family Deal; it's not just what you get, it's how you feel. Visit for additional details.


Our Mission:
To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience

Our Core Values:
Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.
LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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