Job Description

The Parts Specialist is extremely knowledgeable about automotive parts and accessories and can accurately answer questions and satisfy customer requirements in person or on the phone. He/she locates automotive parts within the current inventory or from other sources (such as the internet, vendors, other dealerships, etc.) and arranges for delivery and installation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and some experience with automotive parts and accessories. Candidates must have a pleasant and courteous personality, strong customer service and organizational skills, strong phone and computer skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locates accessories or parts and arranges for installation
• Monitors parts inventory and maintains storage area in good condition
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all vehicles, accessories, and promotions
• Maintains accurate documentation of all transactions
• Provides timely and accurate reports as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Automotive parts & accessories experience preferred
• Working knowledge of the industry
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Helpful attitude and friendly demeanor
• Highly professional and dependable
• Strong computer and internet skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, stand and lift heavy objects as needed.The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Company Description

The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate includes nine core dealerships consisting of ten brands of automobiles, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet plus a state-of-the-art Collision Center, and over 550 employees on its payroll. The dealerships are comprised of Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram-Greenbrier in Chesapeake (2 locations); Southern Buick GMC and Southern Kia in Virginia Beach; Southern Volkswagen-Greenbrier in Chesapeake; Southern Buick GMC-Greenbrier and Southern Kia-Greenbrier in Chesapeake; Southern Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram FIAT and Southern Alfa Romeo in Norfolk. The wholesale center, Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, is located in Chesapeake and Southern Collision Center-Greenbrier's big body shop is located in Chesapeake, too.

The Dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.

We strive to achieve personal and professional growth within the dealerships, and we guarantee that once you become part of this family, you will not want to leave.

Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Biggest and Best in Hampton Roads!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Medical GAP Insurance
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - John Hancock
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Birthday Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term and Long Term Disability (Voluntary Benefit)
• Accident Solution Plan (Voluntary Benefit)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• Cancer Protection Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• MASA Medical Transport Solutions (Voluntary Benefit)
• Employee Car Buying Program
• Direct Deposit