Parts Will Call

ABOUT US

Looking for more than just a job? At Thompson Machinery, we've been powering progress since 1944. We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join a team where our mission is simple: deliver smart solutions, build lasting partnerships, strengthen the communities we call home and invest in your growth.

The Parts Willcall position is responsible for the origination, location, accurate handling, and distribution of parts for customer willcall orders. This position ensures parts are accurately checked, organized, and prepared before being released to customers. The Parts Willcall Specialist will provide a high level of customer service while communicating effectively with customers, coworkers, vendors, and managers. This role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to maintain an efficient and accurate parts willcall process.

* Manage the origination and location of parts for customer willcall orders.

* Locate, organize, stage, and prepare parts for customer pickup.

* Accurately check and verify part numbers, quantities, and order information before releasing parts to customers.

* Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with parts inquiries, order status updates, and willcall pickups.

* Maintain organized and accurate records of parts transactions and inventory movements.

* Communicate effectively and professionally with customers, coworkers, vendors, and managers, both verbally and in writing.

* Ensure parts are properly handled, stored, and processed according to company policies and procedures.

* Assist with resolving parts discrepancies, missing items, incorrect quantities, or other order-related concerns.

* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized willcall and parts staging area.

* Demonstrate strict adherence to all applicable company and corporate safety standards.

* Must be available to work at the assigned location, including overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed.

* Requires frequent hand use for typing, operating the phone, handling parts and materials, and performing other job-related tasks.

* May work in an environment where hazards are present.

* Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

We all have different backgrounds, yet we all use our unique contributions to provide the highest quality of service.

* High school diploma or equivalent required.

* Previous experience in parts handling, parts willcall, inventory, warehouse operations, or customer service preferred.

* Experience working within a heavy equipment, automotive, equipment rental, industrial, or dealership parts environment preferred.

* Previous experience utilizing inventory management or parts ordering systems is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, TECHNICAL SKILL, & ABILITIES

* Knowledge of parts willcall processes and procedures preferred.

* Ability to efficiently originate, locate, organize, and accurately process parts.

* Strong attention to detail with the ability to verify part numbers, quantities, and customer order information.

* Excellent customer service skills with a professional and customer-focused demeanor.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Basic computer skills and the ability to learn company-specific inventory management, parts ordering, and business systems.

* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, vendors, and managers.

* Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple customer orders and priorities.

* Must have patience and the ability to perform routine tasks accurately and consistently.

* Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

* Displays flexibility and handles changes to assigned responsibilities with ease.

* Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, dependability, adaptability, and a strong customer service focus.

* Demonstrates a sense of urgency, self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful.

* Demonstrates strict adherence to all applicable corporate safety standards.

At Thompson Machinery, we believe that great benefits are more than just perks-they're essential for employee well-being and success. We've designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring that our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Here's an overview of our benefits, including some that set us apart from our competitors.

* Various medical plan options, including a no-cost option

* Vision and dental insurance

* Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

* Employer-paid basic life insurance

* 401k matching

* Profit Sharing

* 8 paid holidays annually

* Initially up to 15 days of Paid Time Off annually with an increase after five years of service

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Competitive pay

* Exposure to world-class CAT training and development

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Tool Purchase Assistance to buy high-quality tools at deep discounts

* Annual stipend toward the purchase of work boots

* Company Incentive Bonus Program

* Paid Veteran holiday annually for all service members

* Training and Development programs

* Work uniforms and professional cleaning services

* Financial Wellness programs