Automotive Parts Specialist

2 weeks ago


Naperville, Illinois, United States Bill Jacobs Volkswagen Full time
Job Overview

Position Summary – Bill Jacobs Volkswagen Automotive Parts Specialist

We are thrilled to welcome a skilled Automotive Parts Specialist to our dynamic team. The perfect candidate will be a tech-savvy professional with exceptional organizational and communication abilities, coupled with a strong work ethic. Automotive Parts Specialists support our clientele (both internal and external) with all their parts requirements while fostering a positive overall experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • The Automotive Parts Specialist will deliver precise, prompt, and courteous service to technicians, retail, and wholesale clients.
  • Catalog and price parts on repair orders and/or counter tickets.
  • Retrieve parts from designated shelves and specific locations within the parts department.
  • Prepare purchase orders for parts as necessary from external suppliers and secure management approval.
  • Accurately log lost sales and sales into the inventory management system.
  • Maintain records of all special-order parts and inform the authorized personnel upon receipt.
  • Keep the special-order parts inventory organized and tidy.
  • Ensure technicians return all defective parts required for warranty processing and label them correctly.
  • Engage in conducting ongoing inventory checks.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Work Environment

At Bill Jacobs Volkswagen, we take pride in our work. We contribute meaningfully every day. Collaborating with dedicated and talented colleagues, we build rewarding careers and stronger communities through a company that appreciates our unique perspectives, insights, and contributions.

We value the individual, not just the employee. At Bill Jacobs, we aim to support your personal growth alongside your professional development throughout your career with us.

Benefits Offered

Our team members benefit from a positive work atmosphere with opportunities for professional advancement through training and internal promotions. Additionally, our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Exceptional health insurance options - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (PPO and HMO Plans)
  • Generous dental, vision, life insurance, and supplemental insurance plans, including pet insurance, identity theft protection, and pre-paid legal insurance.
  • 401K Plan with company contributions.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and services.
  • Wellness initiatives for employees and their families.
  • Interested in furthering your education? We offer a generous tuition reimbursement program.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing and successful dealership organization.

About Bill Jacobs Volkswagen

The Bill Jacobs organization has established itself as one of the most esteemed businesses in the Midwest. Currently, we operate five new car franchise locations offering the latest models from BMW, MINI, Volkswagen, Jaguar, and Land Rover. Our pre-owned electric vehicle dealership, Current Automotive, is also located in Hinsdale. At Bill Jacobs, the vehicles attract you, and the experience keeps you coming back.

Our employees are the cornerstone of the Bill Jacobs organization's success - one of Illinois' premier providers of luxury automotive products and exceptional customer service.

Core Values

R - Respect: We believe in taking accountability for our words, actions, and results.

I - Integrity: We uphold honesty, transparency, and doing what is right.

S - Social Responsibility: We are committed to positive community engagement and the greater good.

E - Excellence: We strive to raise the bar and challenge expectations to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

  • Understanding of automotive repairs, processes, and the utilization of parts catalogs.
  • Proficiency in computer systems.
  • Ability to identify, understand, and respond to evolving customer needs.
  • Capability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Willingness to work in varying conditions, including temperature fluctuations, noise, and fumes.
  • Availability to work on Saturdays and some holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as an automotive parts advisor or in a parts counter role is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with CDK systems is a plus.


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