Parts Interpreter and Automotive Receptionist
Join the dynamic team at Volks Centre Cairns, Far North Queensland, and experience our unique lifestyle.
Volks Centre Cairns and Smithfield is a family-owned business that has been operating and servicing the Cairns region for over 20 years.
We are a specialist workshop servicing and repairing of all German car brands including Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes, Audi, BMW and Porsche.
At Volks Centre Cairns and Smithfield, we are committed to providing excellence in every aspect—from sales expertise to quality services performed by highly trained professionals to unparalleled customer satisfaction.
Ideal candidate who wish to apply *require* to already have had a strong parts interpreter background and the confidence of speaking confidently, honestly and politely face to face with the general public from all walks of life. - (To be considered successful, candidates must provide evidence of at least 5 years of experience in a Parts Interpreter role. Applications failing to meet this requirement will automatically be excluded from the selection process).
Training of the role of software, contacts of suppliers and any other information suited to this job role would be conducted in house and working alongside and mentored by the current Branch Manager and also the Director of Volks Centre.
Position Overview:Parts Interpreter / Automotive Receptionist you will be crucial part of the workforce, allocating time to carry out the ordering of parts for the booked in vehicles ahead, speaking with the technicians for any parts that they require to complete their current job, keeping the number of stocked items up to date to avoid delays in workshop turnover, making sure all received parts from suppliers are allocated to the correct job cards or if ordered for stock - allocated into a stocked location, making sure any credits or returns for faulty or incorrect parts are processed back to the supplier and logging returns until suppliers credit not has been actioned, ordering parts for other workshops or walk in customers that have a request to purchase directly from Volks Centre. Answering phone calls for bookings, returning customers email for requested bookings via our email portal.
Responsibilities:
Greet customers warmly and professionally.
Ordering parts promptly and effectively from suppliers with good branded quality (OEM) parts at a good price to allow business to still make a nice profit
Be able to show empathy and compassion to staff members and members of the public if required
Provide accurate estimates and freight timing for customers or other workshops who decide to purchase from Volks Centre.
Ensure any problem that is encountered or issue that is out of your ability to provide a prompt / correct result is liaised directly with the Branch Manager for advice or the Director of Volks Centre.
Handle customer inquiries promptly and courteously.
Ensure that the parts department operates smoothly and efficiently.
Collaborate with Branch Manager and Technicians to ensure timely completion of repairs.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Uphold our commitment to excellent customer service and satisfaction.
Book appointments for Services and Mechanical repairs via phone call or via email
Be responsible for procurement of parts and provide accurate quoting to customers
Preparing invoices for parts collections
Enter incoming stock and Retain stock levels
Processing credits and warranties.
Assist with regular cyclic and annual branch stock takes
Maintain the showroom to ensure it's clean and presentable.
Assist Customers with parts enquiries and orders
Proven experience as a Parts Interpreter in the automotive industry is an absolute must.
Must have working rights in Australia - Not requiring sponsorship to change employment.
Join the dynamic team at Volks Centre Cairns, Far North Queensland, and experience our unique lifestyle.
Volks Centre Cairns and Smithfield is a family-owned business that has been operating and servicing the Cairns region for over 20 years.
We are a specialist workshop servicing and repairing of all German car brands including Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes, Audi, BMW and Porsche.
At Volks Centre Cairns and Smithfield, we are committed to providing excellence in every aspect—from sales expertise to quality services performed by highly trained professionals to unparalleled customer satisfaction.
Ideal candidate who wish to apply *require* to already have had a strong parts interpreter background and the confidence of speaking confidently, honestly and politely face to face with the general public from all walks of life. - (To be considered successful, candidates must provide evidence of at least 5 years of experience in a Parts Interpreter role. Applications failing to meet this requirement will automatically be excluded from the selection process).
Training of the role of software, contacts of suppliers and any other information suited to this job role would be conducted in house and working alongside and mentored by the current Branch Manager and also the Director of Volks Centre.
Position Overview:Parts Interpreter / Automotive Receptionist you will be crucial part of the workforce, allocating time to carry out the ordering of parts for the booked in vehicles ahead, speaking with the technicians for any parts that they require to complete their current job, keeping the number of stocked items up to date to avoid delays in workshop turnover, making sure all received parts from suppliers are allocated to the correct job cards or if ordered for stock - allocated into a stocked location, making sure any credits or returns for faulty or incorrect parts are processed back to the supplier and logging returns until suppliers credit not has been actioned, ordering parts for other workshops or walk in customers that have a request to purchase directly from Volks Centre. Answering phone calls for bookings, returning customers email for requested bookings via our email portal.
Responsibilities:
-
Greet customers warmly and professionally.
-
Ordering parts promptly and effectively from suppliers with good branded quality (OEM) parts at a good price to allow business to still make a nice profit
-
Be able to show empathy and compassion to staff members and members of the public if required
-
Provide accurate estimates and freight timing for customers or other workshops who decide to purchase from Volks Centre.
-
Ensure any problem that is encountered or issue that is out of your ability to provide a prompt / correct result is liaised directly with the Branch Manager for advice or the Director of Volks Centre.
-
Handle customer inquiries promptly and courteously.
-
Ensure that the parts department operates smoothly and efficiently.
-
Collaborate with Branch Manager and Technicians to ensure timely completion of repairs.
-
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
-
Uphold our commitment to excellent customer service and satisfaction.
-
Book appointments for Services and Mechanical repairs via phone call or via email
-
Be responsible for procurement of parts and provide accurate quoting to customers
-
Preparing invoices for parts collections
-
Enter incoming stock and Retain stock levels
-
Processing credits and warranties.
-
Assist with regular cyclic and annual branch stock takes
-
Maintain the showroom to ensure it's clean and presentable.
-
Assist Customers with parts enquiries and orders
Proven experience as a Parts Interpreter in the automotive industry is an absolute must.
Must have working rights in Australia - Not requiring sponsorship to change employment.
Knowledge of Automotive parts and programs.
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Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
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Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
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Knowledge or ability to quickly acquire knowledgeof parts interpreter systems, invoicing software and workshop software for parts inventory and stock levels.
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Proficient with computer software and service management systems.
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Team player with a positive attitude and problem-solving skills.
Check out our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/volkscentrecairns - we look forward to gaining another serious player to our team.
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