Parts Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a high level of service to all retail and installer customers.
- Support store management in completing assigned tasks.
- Follow and promote company customer service programs (e.g., Hi-5, Low Price Guarantee, Rock the Call, Related Selling, Rock the Lot).
- Greet retail/walk-in customers promptly, courteously, and assist with merchandise selection.
- Assist managers and/or installer service specialists with professional customers as needed.
- Complete assigned company training relevant to the position.
- Provide excellent service to customers calling the store:
- Answer calls according to company policy.
- Accurately look up parts and quote prices.
- Recommend premium and related items.
- Offer the Low-Price Guarantee.
- Maintain and secure the cash drawer accurately.
- Accept cash and/or checks, make accurate change, and process credit card transactions.
- Process exchanges and returns for credit in a friendly manner, following company policies.
- Address and resolve customer complaints in a friendly manner.
- Assist with daily operational tasks, including:
- Completing image maker and planogram updates.
- Freight receival, stocking shelves, fronting and facing, cleaning.
- Preparing new, core, and warranty merchandise returns for shipment to the distribution center.
- Assisting with monthly stock adjustments and inventory cycle counts.
- Operate brake lathe and other store test equipment after completing required training and meeting company requirements.
- Perform in-store services for customers (where permitted by law), such as:
- Installing wipers.
- Testing and charging batteries.
- Testing charging systems.
- Scanning vehicle trouble codes.
- Replacing headlight capsules.
- Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle to make deliveries when business needs dictate.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences.
- Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
- Multitask, handling customers on the phone and in the store simultaneously.
- Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
- Familiarity with automotive parts, cataloging, weatherly index system, and automotive sales or service is desired.
- ASE certification is desired.
- Fluency in multiple languages is desired (Spanish is highly desired).
- Driving record must meet company mandated driving eligibility requirements for delivery driving.
Qualifications
- Completion of corresponding training for operating brake lathe and other store test equipment.