Retail Parts Pro

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Parts Pro to deliver exceptional customer service and support DIY automotive needs. This full-time position requires expertise in automotive systems and part knowledge, along with strong sales abilities. You will play a crucial role in helping customers with their automotive projects, ensuring high standards of service and store presentation. Join a dynamic team where your skills in diagnostics and customer relations will shine, and make a real impact in the automotive retail space.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of automotive parts experience is preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and achieve sales goals.
• Manage DIY services and ensure store cleanliness.
• Assist in inventory processes and maintain store appearance.

Skills

Automotive system knowledge

Sales skills

Customer service skills

Diagnostic equipment expertise

Inventory management

Basic math skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certification preferred

Tools

POS systems

Parts lookup systems

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Description

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 and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


What is a Retail Parts Pro?

Professional level sales position capable of supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. The role has expert knowledge of store systems, advanced automotive system knowledge and part knowledge. This role has the ability for advanced identification, trouble shooting and project assistance for DIY customers. The role has the ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc. The role has in-depth knowledge of the store inventory and maintenance processes. Position is full time.
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
• Achieve personal / store sales goals and service objectives
• Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance standards
• Key holder responsibilities (task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Secondary Responsibilities
• Assist in store inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.
• Store Cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
• Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
Success Factors
• 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 Parts lookup systems
• Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
• ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
• Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability
• Advanced parts lookup and sourcing
• Advanced selling skills for DIY
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Retail Parts Pro
• Working knowledge of automotive systems, and diagnostic ability to include: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; ability to write simple correspondence
• Understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
• Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a Retail Parts Pro up for Success
3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience
Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions
Education

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver's license
ASE certification preferred, but not required
Physical Demands


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 and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Compensation Range

16.45 USD PER HOUR - 18.10 USD PER HOUR

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