Parts Counterperson

Parts Counterperson Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Retail sales transactions Inventory control Phone communication High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Order placement Retail math Picking & packing Order picking Entry level Time management Client interaction via phone calls Automotive parts and accessories knowledge Full Job Description The mission of Cowin Equipment Company is to always satisfy or exceed our customers' expectations for quality. In the pursuit of this mission Cowin is committed to providing our employees a safe and healthy workplace, with an atmosphere of "fairness" that respects an individual's dignity, trust and loyalty. As our legacy in the machinery distribution business approaches its 80th year, we look forward to the future as much as we pride ourselves on the past. Join our team today! Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401K Plan + Match Paid vacation and Holidays Short/Long Term Disability Growth opportunities Paid Training Family owned and operated Above average industry pay Technician Benefits Uniforms provided Discounts on products and services Highly productive shop Career advancement opportunities, promote from within Continued education, manufacturer hands on and web based training Clean and professional work environment Co-Op Program for Tools provided Competitive wages Responsibilities Oversee the parts sales process from start to finish. Communicate with staff and customers in a friendly and professional manner. Converse effectively/efficiently regarding customer parts status. Read and understand the parts catalog when looking up and speaking to specific parts. Answer phone calls, provide price quotes and other information to customers. Review body shop estimates to verify the parts ordered are correct and all pricing is in line with the estimate. Provide high level service to both internal and external customers. Pull/fill orders from stock and maintain weekly bin checks to ensure accuracy of stock. Notify parts manager of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention. Locate out-of-stock parts from outside source and submit an emergency order, if necessary. Make sure all internal requests for parts are billed on service repair order. Receive payment from retail customers or obtains credit authorization. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and prior auto parts sales experience (preferred) Eager to improve in a dynamic work environment Strong interpersonal and time management skills Ability to read/interpret safety and maintenance documents Ability to calculate figures/amounts including; discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, %, area, circumference, and volume Valid driver's license and clean driving record We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.