Retail Parts ProStore 1266

Advance Auto Parts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retail company in Pittsburgh is seeking a Retail Parts Pro to support DIY customers with expert automotive knowledge and sales skills. This full-time position involves managing customer interactions, inventory processes, and providing excellent service. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in automotive parts and must possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (Spanish a plus).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work flexible hours.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customers.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation and testing.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and store appearance.
• Perform key holder duties including opening/closing tasks.

Skills

Certified ASE P2 or equivalent

Expert knowledge of automotive systems

Sales skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem solving & diagnostics

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Valid driver's license

Valid driver's license

Tools

POS systems

Parts lookup systems

Diagnostic equipment

Store inventory software

Job description

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Job Description

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. The 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

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail