Retail Sales Associate – Full Time

ALLDATA; Richton Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retail company is seeking a full-time Retail Sales Associate in Richton Park, Illinois. This role involves engaging with customers, providing advice on automotive parts, and supporting sales goals. The ideal candidate will possess basic automotive knowledge and have a flexible schedule. Join us in enhancing the shopping experience by ensuring high-quality customer interactions and store operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic knowledge of automotive parts is required.
• Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise.
• Full-time flexible schedule availability.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and provide trustworthy automotive advice.
• Collaborate with managers and teammates.
• Recommend products, services, and promotions.
• Restock merchandise and maintain organization.
• Follow company safety policies and maintain a secure work environment.
• Assist customers with installations and diagnostics.

Skills

Customer Assistance & Communication

Sales & Metrics Mindedness

Product Knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Overview

Retail Sales Associate – Full Time role at ALLDATA

AutoZone’s store teams are the frontline of WOW! customer service, ensuring that customers find the right parts and solutions for their automotive needs. Store employees maintain well-stocked inventory, assist customers with product selection, and provide expert advice to enhance the shopping experience. They play a vital role in driving sales, maintaining store operations, and fostering a positive, knowledgeable retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance & Communication – Engage with customers, provide trustworthy automotive advice, and ensure positive interactions through clear, professional communication.
• Leadership & Teamwork – Collaborate with managers and teammates to create a motivated, productive store environment. Support team members and demonstrate leadership in daily responsibilities.
• Sales & Metrics Mindedness – Recommend products, services, and promotions to enhance customer experience, while contributing to sales goals and store performance metrics.
• Inventory Management & Store Operations – Restock merchandise, maintain organization, and follow proper cash handling procedures, loss prevention policies ensuring proper financial management. Keep store operations running smoothly.
• Process Orientation & Safety Compliance – Utilize structured processes to complete assigned tasks efficiently. Follow company safety policies and use PPE to maintain a secure work environment.
• Product Knowledge & Installation Services – Stay up-to-date on automotive parts, tools, and promotions through AutoZone systems. Assist customers with wiper blade, battery, and light bulb installations.
• Diagnostics Support – Use diagnostic tools to read codes from customer vehicles and recommend solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
• Automotive Knowledge: Basic knowledge of automotive parts is required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, load and deliver merchandise.
• Flexible Schedule: Full-time flexible schedule availability, including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

You’ll Go The Extra Mile If You Have

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Exceptional Communication: Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
• Automotive Retail: Previous experience in automotive retail.
• Certifications: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Automotive