It's All Good at Applewood!

We are searching high and low for the perfect person to join our team as an Automotive Parts Advisor at Applewood Nissan Surrey. If you have experience in parts advisory services and want to settle down in a positive and stable work environment, look no further!

Role & Responsibilities

• Identifying parts: You are responsible for identifying the correct parts for customers' vehicles based on make, model, and year. This requires a strong knowledge of the dealership's inventory and an understanding of the parts catalogue.
• Providing customer service: You are responsible for best-in-class customer service, including answering questions about parts and availability, researching parts, and providing cost estimates.
• Managing inventory: You are responsible for managing the dealership's inventory of parts, including ordering, and receiving new parts, tracking inventory levels, and ensuring that the right parts are available when needed.
• Maintaining records: You are responsible for maintaining accurate records of parts sales, including invoices and receipts, and ensuring that all parts are properly accounted for.
• Collaborating with other departments: You must work closely with other departments within the dealership, such as service, to ensure that parts are available for repairs and maintenance when needed.

Measurables:

• Customer satisfaction rate: This measures customers’ satisfaction with the dealership’s service, including the parts advisor. It is measured through OEM surveys and/or Google reviews.
• Sales revenue: This measures the total revenue generated from parts sales. A high sales revenue indicates that the Parts Advisor effectively identifies customer needs and sells the correct parts.
• Fill rate: This measures the percentage of customer orders that are filled correctly and on time. A high order fill rate indicates that the Parts Advisor accurately identifies customer needs and efficiently manages the ordering and delivery process.
• Accuracy rate: This measures the percentage of orders that are filled accurately. A high accuracy rate indicates that the Parts Advisor effectively identifies customer needs and correctly fills orders.
• Productivity: This includes metrics such as the number of parts sold per hour, the average time to identify the correct parts, and the average time to complete transactions.

Compensation:

The total compensation range for the Parts Advisor position at the Applewood Auto Group is based on a monthly base salary plus a variable profit share component. Depending on performance, our Parts Advisors may make total compensation between $37,000 to $67,000 annually. The final monthly base compensation offered will be determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as other relevant factors. Please note that this range is provided as a general guideline and may vary depending on the qualifications and expertise of the selected candidate.

What we need from you:

• A minimum of 1 year of working experience in the Automotive Parts Department
• Proactively maintain automated inventory replenishment lists
• Customer service focused attitude (Being able to find a way to say YES!)
• Working knowledge of vehicle components and basic parts knowledge
• Ability to multitask with exceptional detail and accuracy
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines

Why should you work for Applewood?

• Excellent compensation package(s) and RRSP options
• We stand out from the rest because we are TRULY PASSIONATE about cars!
• 10 dealerships and counting to work alongside and grow with
• Group events, Applewood Family Day, Xmas party, BBQs, and more
• We support local communities, sports teams, and charities.

Our core values

Best-in-Class Experience: We are committed to delivering a Best-in-Class experience to every team member and client that walks through our doors.

Find a Way to Say Yes: We take full ownership, embracing the responsibility to “Make Things Better.”

Team Beats with One Heart: We are a close-knit group of professionals working towards the same goal of driving excellence in everything we do.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Automotive Parts: 1 year (required)