Automotive Parts Clerk

Summary Assures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions.

Essential Duties

Places daily parts orders. Stocks and posts incoming orders. Assists parts manager in processing weekly stock orders. Notifies appropriate parties when special-order parts arrive. Serves as back-up for parts manager for inventory functions. Updates electronic parts files. Maintains up-to-date parts price list. Compiles stock control reports such as consumption rate and current market conditions, to determine stock supply and need for replenishment.

Provides necessary information to the warranty department to allow prompt filing of parts warranties. Reviews files to determine unused items and recommends disposal of excess stock. Ensures that credits are received for returned parts. Returns parts as needed and removes from inventory after credit is received. Returns cores in a timely manner and follows up for receipt of credit.

Matches purchase orders and invoices, approves, and forwards to accounting office. Files company copies of parts counter invoices. Assists in preparing for and performing annual parts inventory. Assists in annual parts returns. Assists with parts department telephone coverage. Assists counterpeople with check, insurance and credit card processing when possible.

Keeps parts area clean and uncluttered. Maintains professional appearance. Other tasks as assigned.