Retail Parts ProStore 9247

Advance Auto Parts; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts retailer in Saint Petersburg, Florida is seeking a Retail Parts Pro to support advanced DIY functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive automotive knowledge and strong sales skills, manage customer interactions, and ensure store standards. This full-time position requires 3-5 years of experience and effective communication skills. The role emphasizes customer service, inventory management, and having a valid driver's license is necessary. ASE Certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions.
• Effective communication in English (Spanish a plus).

Responsibilities

• Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customers.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.

Skills

Working knowledge of automotive systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Sales ability

Education

Valid driver's license

ASE Certification (preferred)

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. It can perform advanced identification, troubleshooting, and project assistance for DIY customers. It sources parts from special order, FDO, second source, etc., and has in‑depth knowledge of 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.
• Maintain store cleanliness (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

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

ASE Certification Preferred, But Not Required.

Physical Demands

Not specified.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail

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