Genuine Parts Company

Customer Service Representative

United States full-time Entry Salary not listed
full-time Entry level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

SUMMARY
Under close supervision, the Customer Service Representative is responsible for
accurately fulfilling customer orders and managing incoming customer calls.

JOB DUTIES

Responds to basic customer inquires regarding products, provides quotes, and handles

order entry.

Places customer orders via telephone, fax, email, electronic methods, or walk in (counter

sales).

Influences Motion Industries' gross profit through negotiating the sale price and purchase

price, within certain parameters.

May adjust non-contract customer pricing to meet the demands of the customer based on

competition, while maximizing the profit for Motion Industries.

Builds customer relationships to drive repeat business by relating to the customer and

drive process improvements.

Orders items to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained for customers.

May place orders without approval for orders up to $5,000 per line and $10,000 per

purchase order.

Responsible for sourcing products in branch inventory, distribution center inventory or

supplier inventory.

Determines the most cost effective shipping method for customer orders.

Partners with Account Representatives to ensure customer satisfaction.

Expedites backorders. May pull inventory and prepare order for shipment to customer.

May handle customer returns.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Typically requires a high school diploma or GED and zero (0) to three (3) years of related
experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Reliability, organization, and attention to detail required.

Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and listening.

Ability to multi-task and time management skills required.

Moderate computer skills, including information processing, communicating internally and

externally via email, using business systems and searching capabilities to find products

on the internet.

Product knowledge is preferred.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Excellent driving record preferred. All company vehicles are subject to continuous video monitoring.

COMPANY INFORMATION
Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare
coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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Technology & IT Customer Service Sales Customer Service Representative Entry level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Customer Service Representative role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Genuine Parts Company?
  3. Which of Customer Service, Sales and Customer have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. What have you learned quickly in a past role, project, or training experience?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Customer Service, Sales and Customer.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Customer Service Representative role because I can bring practical experience in Customer Service, Sales and Customer, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Genuine Parts Company needs from this hire.

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