Retail Parts Pro

Advance Auto Parts; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Parts Pro to enhance the DIY customer experience. This full-time role requires advanced knowledge of automotive systems, part sourcing, and store inventory management. You'll engage with customers to provide exceptional service, assist with DIY projects, and ensure store standards are met. If you have a passion for automotive parts and a knack for sales, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise can shine. Join a team that values customer satisfaction and teamwork while contributing to the success of the store.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of automotive parts experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and meet sales goals.
• Manage DIY services including battery installations and testing.

Skills

Automotive systems knowledge

Customer service skills

Sales skills

Communication skills

Diagnostic ability

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

POS systems

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, troubleshooting 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

1. Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls.
2. Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives.
3. Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
4. Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance standards.
5. Key holder responsibilities (task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties).

Secondary Responsibilities

1. Assist in store inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.
2. Store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot.
3. Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.

Success Factors

1. Friendly communication.
2. Ability to locate and stock parts.
3. Safety knowledge and skills.
4. Operating inventory systems and store equipment.
5. Parts and automotive system knowledge skills.
6. Operating POS and Parts lookup systems.
7. Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services.
8. ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent.
9. Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability.
10. Advanced parts lookup and sourcing.
11. Advanced selling skills for DIY.

Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Retail Parts Pro

1. Working knowledge of automotive systems, and diagnostic ability to include: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.
2. Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management.
3. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; ability to write simple correspondence.
4. Understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
5. Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment.
6. Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
7. Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required).
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. 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.

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