Retail Parts ProStore 6781

Advance Auto Parts; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auto parts retailer in Lexington, SC is seeking a Retail Parts Pro. This full-time position requires expertise in automotive systems and part knowledge to assist DIY customers. You'll be responsible for managing customer interactions, achieving sales goals, and performing various DIY services. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of automotive experience, excellent communication skills, and must possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability.
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus).
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation.

Skills

Customer communication

Automotive system knowledge

Safety knowledge

Inventory management

POS system operation

Advanced selling skills

Education

3-5 years automotive parts experience

Valid driver's license

ASE Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

What is a Retail Parts Pro? A 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. It involves advanced identification, troubleshooting, and project assistance for DIY customers, sourcing parts from various channels, and in‑depth knowledge of store inventory and maintenance processes. This is a full‑time position.

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.
• Maintain 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, electronics, 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, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• ASE Certification Preferred, But Not Required.

Physical Demands

Physical demands and work environment details to be discussed during onboarding.

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