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.