Darin Johnston
Senior Parts Advisor
Toronto,ON
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Manager
Mississauga Kia
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Established effective communication channels with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental collaboration.
- Identified areas of inefficiency within the department and developed targeted solutions to address these issues, resulting in cost savings and improved processes.
- Collaborated with service managers to ensure timely completion of repairs and maintenance, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with locating specific parts or guiding them through the ordering process.
- Increased efficiency in the parts department by implementing an improved inventory management system.
Senior Parts Advisor
Islington Chrysler
08.1999 - 10.2021
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Back Parts Advisor
Six Points Canadian Tire
06.1996 - 08.1999
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Stock Person
Glen Agar IGA
02.1995 - 06.1996
- Conducted periodic inventory inspections and reported out-of-stock items.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Assisted maintenance team with organizing and cleaning warehouse, stockroom, and store near shift close.
- Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martingrove Collegiate Institute
Etobicoke, ON 09.1991 - 06.1996
Skills
Superior Customer Service Skills
Clear and effective communication style, both written and oral
Skilled at working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining priorities and a high level of performance
Good judgment and decision-making abilities
Parts ordering and management
Timeline
Parts Manager
Mississauga Kia
03.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Parts Advisor
Islington Chrysler
08.1999 - 10.2021
Back Parts Advisor
Six Points Canadian Tire
06.1996 - 08.1999
Stock Person
Glen Agar IGA
02.1995 - 06.1996
High School Diploma -
Martingrove Collegiate Institute
09.1991 - 06.1996