Retail Parts ProStore 9380

Advance Auto Parts; Alabama; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts retailer is seeking a full-time sales associate in Alabama. The role requires expert knowledge of automotive systems and a focus on providing exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include achieving sales goals, managing DIY services, and assisting with inventory processes. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of automotive experience and proven sales abilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Proven sales ability in fulfilling customer transactions.
• Effective communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide GAS2 selling experience for customers.
• Achieve personal/store sales goals.
• Manage DIY services including battery installation.
• Assist in store inventory processes.

Skills

Knowledge of automotive systems

Customer communication

Parts lookup and sourcing

Sales skills

Education

Valid driver's license

ASE certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Description

Professional level sales position focused on supporting advanced functions of the DIY automotive business. The role requires expert knowledge of store systems, automotive systems, and parts. Responsibilities include advanced identification, troubleshooting, and project assistance for DIY customers, sourcing parts from multiple suppliers, and in‑depth knowledge of inventory and maintenance processes. The 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 oversight, open/close duties.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist in store inventory processes: truck put‑away, shoot‑outs, cycle counts, back stock.
• Maintain store cleanliness: floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot.
• Provide DIY services such as battery installation, testing, and 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.
• Operating POS and parts lookup systems.
• Expertise with 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

• Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostics (internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronics, exhaust).
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus) and communicate effectively with customers, peers, and management.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; write simple correspondence.
• Understand and execute instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment.
• Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure.
• Use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively.
• 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 in fulfilling customer transactions.

Education and Certifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• ASE certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

Details omitted for brevity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, or basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.