Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Key Responsibilities

Shipping Duties

• Prepare and package outgoing parts orders for shipment (UPS, FedEx, freight carriers, etc.)


• Process shipping labels and documentation


• Coordinate deliveries with vendors, technicians, and customers


• Verify accuracy of outgoing orders

Receiving Duties

• Receive incoming shipments of parts and accessories


• Inspect deliveries for damage, shortages, or discrepancies


• Verify received items against purchase orders and invoices


• Report and resolve shipping errors or damaged goods

Inventory Management

• Accurately enter received parts into inventory systems


• Label and stock parts in correct warehouse or bin locations


• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory audits


• Maintain organized and clean storage areas

Parts Department Support

• Assist parts counter staff with pulling orders


• Deliver parts to service technicians promptly


• Return cores and warranty parts according to manufacturer guidelines


• Handle returns to vendors

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Basic computer skills (inventory systems, shipping software)


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills


• Ability to lift heavy parts (often 25–75 lbs)


• Good communication and teamwork skills


• Valid driver’s license (for dealer trades or local deliveries)

Preferred Experience

• Experience in automotive parts or warehouse environments


• Familiarity with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, etc.)


• Knowledge of shipping carriers and logistics processes

Work Environment

• Fast-paced dealership parts department or warehouse


• Frequent standing, lifting, and moving throughout the day


• Indoor and occasional outdoor exposure (receiving areas)

Typical Work Schedule

• Full-time hours


• May include early mornings, evenings, or Saturdays depending on dealership needs

Career Path Opportunities

• Parts Counterperson


• Inventory Specialist


• Parts Manager


• Service Department roles

Team player, positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail and a go-getter personality - Does this describe you? If so, we want you on our team!