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Helen Arns

WERRES CORPORATION
Martinsburg,Wv

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired start date:

Immediately

Desired Job Title

Parts Specialist/Warehouse Manager

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site

Location:

Frederick, MDWinchester, VAMartinsburg, WVHagerstown, MD

Open to relocation:

Yes

Important To Me

401k matchPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time off
9
Years of experience

Motivated Parts Specialist with a background of experience that provides a wealth of valuable knowledge and skills with 11 years experience. Analytical, innovative, and organized with a history of delivering quality service that exceeds expectations and supports goals. Proven success at accurately assessing and efficiently resolving complex issues to facilitate a high degree of Quality Service. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a reputation for forming productive relationships with diverse individuals at all levels. Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills with proven success handling multiple responsibilities.

Work History

Parts Specialist/Warehouse Manager

8 Years 3 Months
WERRES CORPORATION | 02.2018 - 05.2026
  • Supervising warehouse staff and daily activities.
  • Managing, evaluating and reporting on warehouse productivity.
  • Tracking and coordinating the receipt, storage, and timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Ordering supplies and maintaining suitable inventory levels.
  • Checking orders, bills, items received, inventory, and deliveries for accuracy.
  • Maintaining records, reporting relevant information, and preparing any necessary documentation.
  • Ensuring basic maintenance standards and compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Performing a daily inspection of the warehouse grounds.
  • Coordinating and maintaining fleets and equipment.
  • Communicating and coordinating with other departments and customers.
  • Managed parts correspondence for forklift services.
  • Work with technicians, and customers to order parts.
  • Provided accurate price quotes to customers for parts.
  • Maintain vendor relations, including ensuring invoices, shipment slips, and other billing issues are taken care of promptly.
  • Trained new team members on parts identification, handling, and customer service protocols.
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex parts inquiries, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers and colleagues.
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.
  • Processed returns and exchanges promptly, addressing customer concerns while adhering to company policies.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by efficiently managing parts inventory and ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Received and restocked product, keeping sales floor shelves full and ready for customers' purchases.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting and part selection, providing knowledgeable guidance to ensure proper fitment of components.
  • Operated fork truck to move heavy pallets and containers of parts between vehicles and storage locations.
  • Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage, and resolve defective parts issues.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in better pricing and improved availability of parts.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.
  • Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor.
  • Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.
  • Assisted customers by responding to complaints and offering updates on back-ordered parts.
  • Advised customers on substitution or modification of parts to replace original manufacturer parts.
  • Achieved exceptional reputation for quality parts and service by proactively identifying defects and returning rejected items to suppliers.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
  • Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.

Advance Auto Parts Retail Parts Pro Job Description

4 Years 5 Months
ADVANCE AUTO | 09.2013 - 02.2018
  • Responsible for maintaining parts inventory.
  • Asist General Manager to nourish the stores team and frow rental business.
  • Strong Knowledge of automotive systems.
  • Categories of merchandise.
  • Deep understanding of automotive principles and the ability to diagnose problems and recommend solutions.
  • Responsible for unloading shipments and replenishing stock
  • Strong customer service; cashier, commercial and DIY sales.
  • Parts delivery
  • Routine inspections of inventory.
  • Maintain stock of parts.
  • Manage backorders.

Education

High School

Hedgesville High School | Hedgesville, WV | 01.1992

Skills

Warehouse operations
Shipping and receiving
Returns processing
Packaging and labeling
Warranty administration
Parts identification
Parts documentation
Customer service
Ordering parts
Order fulfillment
Problem-solving skills
Inventory management
Parts department organization
Parts recommendation
Payment processing
Inventory coordination
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Organizational skills
Customer interaction
Relationship building

Timeline

Parts Specialist/Warehouse Manager

WERRES CORPORATION
02.2018 - 05.2026Read More

Advance Auto Parts Retail Parts Pro Job Description

ADVANCE AUTO
09.2013 - 02.2018Read More

Hedgesville High School

High School
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Helen Arns