Now Hiring - Hoekstra Transportation - Parts Counter Sales Associate in Grand Rapids, MI

Full description of the position

Hoekstra Transportation is actively searching for a qualified Parts Counter Associate. The parts counter employee is responsible for assisting the shop technicians, field service technicians and customers in finding the appropriate parts to repair their vehicles while providing exceptional customer service through knowledgeable, friendly, professional interactions. This parts employee will also be responsible for invoicing parts on work orders and customer orders. Pay is based on experience.

About Us: Hoekstra Transportation, Inc. is a family owned, West Michigan based company, that has been in business since 1928. HTI is an industry leading commercial and school bus dealership, serving the State of Michigan and beyond. HTI has locations in Detroit and greater Grand Rapids.

Essential Functions:

• Create an environment in which all customers feel welcomed and appreciated.
• Parts and accessory sales
• Parts look-up, acquisition and assistance to customers, service and sales departments
• Keep current on new products and product updates
• Participate in maintaining a Lost Sales tracking program
• Warranty processing
• Maintain accurate inventory levels
• Receive and allocate incoming product
• Clean and organize work space, parts room and showroom
• Open/close shop when necessary
• Maintain professional appearance
• Participate in all required training programs
• Other duties as assigned by parts manager.

Qualifications:

• Sales, customer service or other customer-facing experience
• Great communication skills
• Multitasker
• Punctual and reliable
• Automotive knowledge
• Team player
• Mechanically inclined
• Computer competency
• Desire to learn

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Inventory Control: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person