Now Hiring - Metalico, Inc. - Auto Parts Counter Sales Associate in Buffalo, NY

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JOB TITLE: Auto Parts Counter Sales Associate. REPORTS TO: Yard Manager. JOB TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt. LOCATION: 49 Hopkins Street, Buffalo NY 14220. HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM, Saturdays as needed. COMPENSATION: $17-20/hr., based on experience and skills. PURPOSE: The purpose of the Auto Parts Counter Sales Associate position is to respond to all customer inquiries regarding automotive used parts from walk-ins or phone calls, record and track inquiries, and schedule preparation of parts to facilitate a successful sales process from start to finish. This person should develop a strong relationship with used car parts customers and local used car parts sources. This position also plays a role in the purchasing of scrap vehicles. The Auto Parts Counter Sales Associate will be expected to thoroughly inspect all purchased vehicles (checking under the hood, checking vehicle interior, checking vehicle VIN number, etc.) RESPONSIBILITIES: * Oversee the automotive parts sales process from start to finish. * Communicate with customer on parts status. * Communicate with staff and customers in a friendly and professional manner. * Follow all company safety policies and procedures. * Manage and balance a cash drawer. * Enforce facility and yard policies. * Respond to all customer inquiries regarding automotive parts. * Record and track inquiries, to facilitate a successful sale process. * Thoroughly inspect all purchased vehicles (check under the hood, checking vehicle interior, checking vehicle VIN number, etc.) SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: * Previous automotive parts experience needed! Ideally 1-3 years. * Have strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills. * Fast-paced, self-motivated individual that's detail-oriented with a strong work ethic. * Multi-line phone skills and computer skills. * Professional attitude and appearance. * Great communication skills. * Current Driver's License and clean driving record. * Must be able to work the assigned schedule. * Must be able to perform a variety of tasks in all kinds of weather/seasons. * Physical Job - ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time. * Understanding of car auctions. * Able to pass a pre-employment check. BENEFITS: * Medical & Dental (70% employer paid). * Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket). * Vision Insurance (Out of pocket). * 401(k) (with 2.5% company match). * Aflac Services (Out of pocket). * Life Insurance (25k paid through the company). * 8.5 Paid Holidays. * Paid Vacation. * Paid Sick Time. * Safety Toe Boot Reimbursement Annually, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Annually. Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. About Metalico: Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products:We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries.We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high temperature alloys.These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 600 people in 27 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.