Retail Parts ProStore 7933

Advance Auto Parts; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auto parts retailer in Riverton is seeking a Professional Sales Associate to support the DIY business. The ideal candidate should have expert automotive system knowledge and prior parts experience. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, assisting in store inventory processes, and managing DIY services. A valid driver's license is required and ASE certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Speak and write English; Spanish a plus.
• Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment.
• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Assist in store inventory processes.

Skills

Expert in testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services

Parts and automotive system knowledge skills

Strong organizational skills

Friendly communication

Ability to read and interpret documents

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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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, troubleshooting and project assistance for DIY customers. It can source parts from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc., and possesses 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, and wiper installs
• Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance
• Key holder responsibilities (task assignment, safety, open/close duties)

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist in store inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock
• Maintain store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
• Provide DIY services such as battery installation, testing, wiper installs

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 in 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 (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; 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

Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Additional certifications or relevant training is a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

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

Physical Demands

Typical retail and parts environment; occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

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.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail