Automotive Parts Coordinator

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General Summary:

This occupation involves providing aid to technicians in identifying the appropriate part numbers, obtaining the necessary parts, documenting all transactions, and maintaining proper inventory control and storage. It also entails ensuring adherence to environmental and occupational safety regulations and delivering excellent customer service.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities:

• Help clients (both internal and external) to obtain the appropriate component(s) for their automobile.
• Find and acquire the delivery of components.
• Logging incoming inventory items in the system is a critical task for keeping track of stock levels.
• Ensure that the inventory of parts is organized and maintained with utmost neatness, paying close attention to accurate counts through cycle counts while maintaining correct stocking levels.
• The reduction of waste can be achieved through controlling the supply of services.
• The AutoMation system involves dividing the tasks involved in a process or project into smaller, more manageable parts.
• If there are any parts that are found to be defective or incorrect, it is advisable to return them to the vendor or manufacturer.
• In order to comply with the OSHA/EPA guidelines, it is imperative that businesses take the necessary steps to ensure the safety and health of their employees.
• It is crucial to deliver outstanding customer service in every interaction.
• Carry out the tasks that are assigned to you by your respective Leads and Managers to achieve the team's goals.

Job Specifications:

The job necessitates certain qualifications and skill set:

• The Competency Model for Associate 1 Accountability outlines the necessary skills and behaviors required to excel in this role
• Obtaining Certifications for Automotive Parts Coordinator Workstation
• Keep precise records by reading, interpreting, and transcribing data.
• Show proficiency in utilizing computers with an intermediate level of expertise, including familiarity with spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with colleagues and third-party vendors to achieve common objectives
• Carry out various responsibilities in a lively and dynamic work setting.
• Have the ability to carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Grasping the concept of numeric filing methods is essential for anyone who works with a lot of paperwork.
• Communicate clearly and actively listen to customers and associates when interacting with them in-person or over the phone. Ensure that you understand their needs by paraphrasing or summarizing their requests.
• CarMax offers comprehensive training to its employees, which covers a variety of topics such as Operations, KRONOS, and parts process specific training for new associates

Working Conditions:

• The majority of the work is done indoors, although employees may work outside during periods of noisy or bad weather.
• Involves extended periods of standing or walking.
• It is mandatory for all store employees to wear CarMax branded clothing provided by the company.
• Adhering to CarMax, O.S.H.A., and EPA regulations, including donning Personal Protective Equipment and disposing waste in designated locations, is mandatory
• Follow the various guidelines set by CarMax, covering topics like Attendance, Asset Protection, Integrity, and Standards of Professional Appearance.

About CarMax:

CarMax shook up the automotive industry with their approach of providing customers with a truthful, clear and ethical experience they desire and merit.

Our outstanding group of over 25,000 colleagues collaborates to provide unforgettable customer encounters. During this process, we aid each employee in advancing their profession and attaining excellence, both at work and in their society. Our dedication to instruction and variety has earned us accolades, and we sit among the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.

CarMax believes in providing equal opportunity to all candidates applying for employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under the law.

Benefits:

CarMax employees have the right to obtain sick pay, vacation leave and holiday time, unless otherwise specified by state legislation.

Workers working on an hourly or commission basis that meet the criteria for full-time employment, known as associates:

• The Company offers the opportunity for employees to accumulate sick time at a rate of 48 hours per year, accrued on a per pay period basis. Additionally, vacation time is offered after a 90-day waiting period, with between 80 and 200 hours per year available depending on length of continuous service.
• A total of 6 scheduled holidays and a floating holiday are included in an Associate's pay package. They are paid for 8 hours each day.

Full-time salaried associates are granted paid time off for various reasons including sick leaves, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. without any specific limit, granted that it is approved by their manager.