Commercial Parts Pro Store 8743

Advance Auto Parts; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sales commission based on performance

Job summary

A leading auto parts retailer in Crown Point, Indiana is seeking a professional-level sales associate capable of supporting advanced functions in their commercial business. This full-time position includes managing customer relationships, achieving sales goals, and supervising a team. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of automotive systems and parts and experience in sales team leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of automotive parts experience preferred.
• Proven sales ability and experience leading teams.
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus).

Responsibilities

• Maintain commercial customer relationships.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives.
• Provide day-to-day support for team members.

Skills

Friendly communication

Ability to locate and stock parts

Safety knowledge and skills

Operating inventory systems and store equipment

Parts and automotive system knowledge

Operating POS and Part-lookup systems

Advanced selling skills for commercial customers

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Professional level sales position capable of supporting advanced functions on the commercial side of the business. Position is responsible for profitable growth of the commercial business via customer retention and growth. Position partners with GM to manage team members. The role has expert knowledge of automotive systems and parts, can source from multiple channels, and directs drivers to ensure timely, accurate delivery. Full time.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain commercial customer relationships
• Provide GAS2 selling experience for commercial customers
• Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives
• Provide day‑to‑day supervisory support for team members
• Collaborate with GM on coaching and developmental needs for team members
• Dispatch drivers ensuring delivery standards are achieved
• Maintain commercial stocking programs
• Build and maintain a network of second source suppliers

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain core bank and commercial returns
• Maintain commercial credit accounts
• Partner with GM to ensure proper driver coverage

Success Factors / Essential Job Skills

• Friendly communication
• Ability to locate and stock parts
• Safety knowledge and skills
• Operating inventory systems and store equipment
• Parts and automotive system knowledge skills
• Operating POS and Part‑lookup systems
• ASE P2 certified or ASE‑ready equivalent
• Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability
• Advanced selling skills for commercial customers
• Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.
• Ability to multi‑task and remain organized
• Effective communication, listening, and problem‑solving skills

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostics: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronics, exhaust, etc.
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus)
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; write simple correspondence
• Understand and execute written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Complete Parts Knowledge Assessment
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, use fractions and decimals)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of commercial profitability concepts, competition, market opportunities, and customer prioritization
• Work assorted days, evenings, and weekends as needed

Prior Experience

Minimum of 3 years of automotive parts experience preferred. Proven sales ability and experience leading teams.

Education

High school diploma or GED.

Licenses & Certifications

ASE certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Walk or stand most of the time; use hands, reach; lift up to 50 lbs frequently, 100 lbs occasionally; close vision, color vision, depth perception required. Work mainly indoors with occasional outdoor work, exposure to elements, mechanical parts, chemicals, electrical shock risk. Noise level moderate.

Position eligible for sales commission based on individual or store performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail