DIY Auto Parts Sales Associate

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts Inc. in Meriden, CT is seeking an entry-level Salesperson to support the DIY business and meet sales and service goals. The role requires basic automotive knowledge, store system familiarity, and the ability to source parts from multiple channels.

The position can be part-time or full-time, with labor requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds and flexible scheduling. The team emphasizes customer service and operational standards in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Speak and write English; Spanish a plus; communicate effectively with customers and team.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, manuals, and catalogs.
• Use basic math for transactions and inventory counts.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent selling experience for DIY customers in person and by phone.
• Achieve personal sales goals and help store reach overall targets.
• Provide DIY services including battery installation and wiper installs.
• Maintain store product and operational standards.
• Handle inventory processes including truck put away, cycle counts, and back stock.

Skills

Basic driving

Friendly communication

Parts knowledge

Inventory management

POS operation

Parts lookup systems

Math aptitude

Tools

Delivery board system

Inventory systems

Diagnostic equipment

Parts lookup system

Job description

Advance Auto Parts Inc. in Meriden, CT is seeking an entry-level Salesperson to support the DIY business and meet sales and service goals. The role requires basic automotive knowledge, store system familiarity, and the ability to source parts from multiple channels.

The position can be part-time or full-time, with labor requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds and flexible scheduling. The team emphasizes customer service and operational standards in a retail environment.