Retail Parts ProStore 8957

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

Job summary

A leading automotive parts retailer is seeking a Retail Parts Pro in Atlanta, GA. This full-time position involves advanced sales support for DIY customers, requiring in-depth automotive system knowledge, excellent customer service skills, and proficiency in store systems. Candidates should possess prior automotive parts experience and be comfortable working flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Ability to read and interpret operational documents.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Automotive system knowledge

Sales ability

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE Certification Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

POS systems

Job description

Retail Parts Pro

Full‑time professional level sales position supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. Requires expert knowledge of store systems, advanced automotive system knowledge, and parts knowledge. Responsible for advanced identification, troubleshooting, project assistance for DIY customers, sourcing from special order, FDO, second source, etc., and in‑depth knowledge of store inventory and maintenance processes.

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
• 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 such as 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 (internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust)
• 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

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• ASE Certification Preferred, but not required

Physical Demands

Physically demanding work that requires lifting, standing, and repetitive movements. (Further details available in company privacy notice.)

Equal Opportunity 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, veteran status, 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