Retail Parts ProStore 8907

Advance Auto Parts; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 22,661 - 24,934; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Benefits available

Job summary

A leading automotive retail company is seeking a Retail Parts Pro in Cranston, Rhode Island. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, managing DIY services, and utilizing advanced automotive knowledge. Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience in automotive parts and strong communication skills. Full-time position offers competitive compensation ranging from $16.45 to $18.10 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Speak and write English effectively; Spanish is a plus.
• Understanding of safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Working knowledge of automotive systems

Friendly communication

Safety knowledge and skills

Organizational skills

Proven sales ability

Ability to communicate effectively

Diagnostic ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Tools

Microsoft software (Word, 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 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

We highly value ASE certification. If you are ASE certified or ready to obtain equivalent certification, it will be an advantage for you.

Physical Demands

No specific physical demands stated.

Compensation Range

16.45 USD per hour - 18.10 USD per hour

Benefits Information

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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