Auto Parts Specialist

Automotive Parts Specialist Join the Jim Barnard Chevrolet Team

Jim Barnard Chevrolet is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Automotive Parts Specialist to join our family-owned Chevrolet dealership in Churchville, NY.

For over
54 years
, we have built our reputation on exceptional customer service, long-term employee relationships, and a loyal customer base that continues to return generation after generation. Unlike many dealerships today that are owned by large dealer groups, Jim Barnard Chevrolet remains a locally owned and operated dealership where employees are known by name, contributions are recognized, and decisions are made close to home.

This is a unique opportunity to learn from experienced automotive professionals, work in a supportive team environment, and build a long-term career with one of the area's most respected dealerships. Whether you're an experienced parts professional or looking to take the next step in your automotive career, you'll be joining a company that values its employees and is committed to helping them grow and succeed.

• Competitive Hourly Pay + Monthly Performance Bonus
• $45,000-$60,000+ Annual Earnings Potential

• Base Single-Person Excellus Health Insurance Coverage Included at No Cost
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Personal Time & Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Training & Career Development
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Uniforms Provided & Professionally Cleaned
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

• Monday-Friday Schedule
• 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• No Nights
• No Weekends

• Locally Owned & Operated for Over 54 Years
• Independent Single-Point Chevrolet Dealership
• Family-Owned Business with Deep Community Roots
• Decisions Made Locally, Not by a Corporate Office
• Excellent Dealership Reputation
• Loyal Repeat Customer Base
• Stable, Long-Term Work Environment
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

• Assist service technicians, wholesale accounts, and retail customers in identifying and obtaining the correct parts and accessories in a timely and professional manner.
• Lookup, source, and sell GM and aftermarket parts and accessories using electronic catalogs and dealership systems.
• Process parts orders, special orders, returns, and warranty-related transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Receive, inspect, stock, and organize incoming parts shipments while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Participate in perpetual inventory counts and bin checks to maintain inventory accuracy and proper stock levels.
• Accurately record and track lost sales to help identify inventory opportunities and improve parts availability for customers.
• Follow up on special-order parts and communicate order status updates to customers and service personnel.
• Support the Service Department by providing prompt and accurate parts fulfillment for repair orders.
• Help improve parts availability, inventory efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction through attention to detail and proactive communication.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly labeled inventory storage areas and work spaces.
• Follow dealership policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and professional work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of the Parts Department and overall dealership operations.

• Previous automotive dealership parts experience preferred.
• Experience with GM Parts Workbench and GM EPC preferred.
• GM Parts experience and/or GM Parts Certification preferred.
• Experience with Auto/Mate dealership management software or similar automotive dealership management systems is a plus.
• Experience using electronic parts catalogs and dealership inventory systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technicians, wholesale customers, and retail customers.
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• ASE Parts Specialist Certification is a plus.
• Forklift experience and/or certification is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to lift and move parts and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and clean, insurable driving record.
• Professional references.

At Jim Barnard Chevrolet, we believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities for long-term career growth. You'll have the opportunity to learn from a highly experienced team in a supportive, family-oriented environment.

• On-the-job training with experienced GM parts professionals.
• Opportunities to develop expertise with GM parts catalogs, Parts Workbench, and dealership inventory systems.
• Hands-on training with Auto/Mate dealership management software.
• Exposure to retail, wholesale, and internal service department parts operations.
• Ongoing professional…