Full-Time
Parts Counter Person
Group 1 Automotive
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates automotive retail dealerships globally
No salary listed
Entry
Oklahoma City, OK, USA
In Person
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Professional appearance and work ethic.
- Ability to work well in a process driven environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.
- Meet and assist the customer in a courteous and professional manner providing them with the information they need.
- Answer telephone calls promptly and provide professional service ensuring the customer’s needs are met.
- Accurately price parts and accessories using the proper pricing source and keep the computer system up to date.
- Informing customers of any current specials.
Group 1 Automotive operates in the automotive retail sector, managing over 115 dealerships across the United States, United Kingdom, and South Africa. The company specializes in selling new and used cars, trucks, and SUVs from 21 well-known automotive brands, including Audi, BMW, Ford, and Toyota. In addition to vehicle sales, Group 1 Automotive offers after-sales services such as maintenance and repairs, which contribute to ongoing revenue. They also provide financing options to assist customers in purchasing vehicles. What sets Group 1 Automotive apart from its competitors is its extensive multi-brand dealership network and international presence, allowing it to cater to a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to deliver a comprehensive automotive experience that includes sales, service, and financing.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
1997
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Record full-year revenues of $19.9 billion in 2024.
- Acquisition of Inchcape Retail doubled U.K. footprint, adding $2.7 billion in revenue.
- Increased dividend rate to $2.00 per share in 2025.
What critics are saying
- Rising popularity of EVs requires significant investment in infrastructure and training.
- Online car sales platforms threaten traditional dealership models.
- Semiconductor shortage may lead to inventory shortages affecting sales.
What makes Group 1 Automotive unique
- Operates over 115 dealerships with 21 global automotive brands.
- Strong presence in the U.S., U.K., and South Africa markets.
- Offers comprehensive after-sales services, including maintenance and repairs.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
Company News
Group 1 Automotive to spend $40 Million to occupy 400,000 square feet of space in Austin Texas. Group 1 Automotive to spend $40 Million to occupy 400,000 square feet of space in Austin Texas.Austin, Texas — According to state and local development sources, Group 1 Automotive plans to invest $40,000,000.00 to build out 400,000 square feet of new space in Austin. The company plans to occupy the new space at 8400 Research Blvd in Austin, on or about September 1, 2027. According to the company website We are a Houston-based, Fortune 500 automotive retailer. Since our initial public offering in October 1997, Group 1 has grown to become the third largest dealership group in the United States and has expanded into the United Kingdom and Brazil. The company achieved this success through a strategy that leverages management experience and emphasizes geographic and brand diversity, interrelated revenue streams, operational efficiencies and the prudent deployment of capital
HOUSTON, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), a Fortune 250 automotive retailer with 258 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced that Daryl Kenningham, Group 1's President and Chief Executive Officer, and the Company's senior management team will host an Analyst Day event for invited only, sell-side equity analysts, on February 13, 2025 at the New York Stock Exchange.Group 1's Analyst Day will include a discussion of the Company's 2024 financial performance, 2025 priorities, an update on the Company's U.K. restructuring activities and a question-and-answer session. A copy of the presentation has been posted to the Company's investor relation's website at: https://www.group1corp.com/company-presentations.Closing Bell CeremonyIn celebration of the Company's Analyst Day, Group 1's President and Chief Executive Officer, Daryl Kenningham, will ring The Closing Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange at 4:00 p.m
HOUSTON, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), a Fortune 250 automotive retailer with 258 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced its board of directors has approved an increase in the 2025 annual dividend rate to $2.00 per share. This represents an increase of 6%, or $0.12, from the 2024 annual dividend rate of $1.88 per share. Consistent with this increase, a $0.50 dividend per share will be payable on March 17, 2025, to stockholders of record as of March 3, 2025.ABOUT GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE, INC.Group 1 owns and operates 258 automotive dealerships, 330 franchises, and 39 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 35 brands of automobiles
Current quarter diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations of $7.08 and current quarter adjusted diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations (a non-GAAP measure) of $10.02. Full year all-time record retail new and used vehicle units sold of 413,364, a 13.8% increase over the comparable prior year period. Gross profit of $879.2 million from total revenues of $5.5 billion, both quarterly records, and a 20.3% and 23.8% increase, respectively, over the comparable prior year periodHOUSTON, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), a Fortune 250 automotive retailer with 259 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today reported financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024 ("current quarter") and full year 2024 ("current year")
HOUSTON, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), a Fortune 250 automotive retailer with 260 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced its board of directors approved a new share repurchase authorization of $500 million, and also declared a quarterly dividend. Share Repurchase Authorization IncreaseThe Company announced that its board of directors increased the Company's common share repurchase authorization by $333 million to $500 million. Year-to-date 2024, the Company repurchased 461,365 shares at an average price per common share of $298.49, for a total of $138 million. Purchases may be made from time to time, based on market conditions, legal requirements, and other corporate considerations, in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The Company expects that any repurchase of shares will be funded by cash from operations. Repurchased shares will be held in treasury. Quarterly DividendGroup 1's board of directors also declared a $0.47 dividend per share that will be payable on December 16, 2024, to stockholders of record as of December 2, 2024. The dividend is consistent with the Company's previously announced increase of 4% in its annualized dividend rate from $1.80 per share in 2023 to $1.88 per share in 2024. ABOUT GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE, INC.Group 1 owns and operates 260 automotive dealerships, 338 franchises, and 39 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 35 brands of automobiles. Through its dealerships and omni-channel platform, the Company sells new and used cars and light trucks; arranges related vehicle financing; sells service and insurance contracts; provides automotive maintenance and repair services; and sells vehicle parts.Group 1 discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations at www.group1corp.com, www.group1auto.com, www.group1collision.com, www.acceleride.com, and www.facebook.com/group1auto