Retail Parts ProStore 7504

Advance Auto Parts; Lansdowne (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auto parts retailer is seeking a full-time sales associate in Lansdowne, PA. The candidate should have significant automotive knowledge and excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities include managing DIY services and achieving sales goals. A high school diploma and prior experience in automotive parts sales are preferred. This role requires valid driving credentials and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience required.
• Valid driver's license is necessary.
• ASE P2 certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support advanced functions of the DIY business.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals.

Skills

Automotive systems knowledge

Sales ability

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

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

• 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

3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience. Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions.

Education

Relevant high school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver's license.

ASE Certification Preferred

ASE P2 certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Regular standing, walking, and repetitive movements. May require flexibility and good vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.