Retail Parts Pro

Advance-Auto-Parts; North Stelton (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a skilled Retail Parts Pro to support DIY customers with expert parts knowledge and store systems proficiency. The role emphasizes advanced identification, sourcing from multiple channels, and maintaining inventory and service quality.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of automotive parts experience, strong selling skills, and the ability to work days/evenings/weekends with strong English communication. ASE certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years automotive parts experience.
• Fluent English; Spanish a plus.
• Ability to read safety/maintenance docs.
• Basic math and MS Office skills.
• Complete Parts Knowledge Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate selling experience for DIY customers.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives.
• Manage DIY services (battery installs, testing, wiper installs).
• Maintain high standards of customer service and store appearance.
• Key holder duties: opening/closing, safety.

Skills

Customer service

Parts locating

Safety knowledge

Inventory systems

Automotive knowledge

POS systems

Diagnostics equipment

Parts sourcing

Selling skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

ASE certification (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

POS system

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job DescriptionWhat 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• Facilitate 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• Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability• Advanced parts lookup and sourcing• Advanced selling skills for DIYEssential 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 neededPrior Experience that Sets a Retail Parts Pro up for Success3-5 years of prior automotive parts experienceProven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactionsEducationCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsMust have a valid driver's licenseASE certification preferred, but not requiredPhysical DemandsWe 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. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.Compensation RangeThe good faith estimate for this role is between 18.85 USD and 20.98 USD per hour for a new team member.The rate offered depends on a number of factors, including geographic location, experience in retail, automotive knowledge, education, leadership roles, and other skillsets ideal for this position and shift differential (if applicable).Benefits: Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families. Find out more by visiting:Advance Auto Parts-HomeCalifornia Residents click below for Privacy Notice:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures