Retail Parts ProStore 9969

Advance Auto Parts; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts retailer in Texas is seeking a Retail Parts Pro. This full-time position requires expertise in automotive systems and sales. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service, manage DIY services, and support inventory processes. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in automotive parts and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proven sales ability and customer service experience.

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 and testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Inventory management

ASE P2 certification

Automotive system knowledge

Sales skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

POS systems

Job description

Retail Parts Pro

Professional‑level sales position supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. The role requires expert knowledge of store systems, advanced automotive system knowledge, and part knowledge. It involves advanced identification, troubleshooting, and project assistance for DIY customers, sourcing from multiple channels, and in‑depth 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, 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: truck put‑away, shoot‑outs, cycle counts, back‑stock, etc.
• Maintain store cleanliness: floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot.
• Provide DIY services: 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 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 & Knowledge

• Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability (engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.).
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus). Communicate effectively with customers, peers, and management.
• Read and interpret documents: safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, procedure manuals; write simple correspondence.
• Understand and execute written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment.
• Use basic math accurately with all units of measure.
• Use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work an assorted schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Prior Experience

3‑5 years of prior automotive parts experience.

Proven sales ability with past experience in customer transaction fulfillment.

Education & Certifications

Must have a valid driver’s license.

ASE Certification preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands

Standard requirements for retail store positions. Please review the full physical demands statement at the provided link.

Equal Employment 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, status as a veteran, or 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
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail