Salesperson/Store Driver Store 7196

Advance Auto Parts; South Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for entry-level Salesperson and Store Driver roles. This position offers the chance to engage with customers, provide exceptional service, and support store operations. Ideal candidates will possess a basic understanding of automotive systems and demonstrate strong communication skills. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as the role may require evenings and weekends. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact sales and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring basic automotive knowledge and sales skills.
• 2-3 years of retail sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and achieve sales goals.
• Safely deliver parts and assist with inventory management.

Skills

Customer Service

Basic Automotive Knowledge

Sales Skills

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Driving Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Inventory Systems

POS Systems

Job description

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Job Description

What is a Salesperson?

Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieving our sales and service objectives. The role requires good knowledge of store systems, basic automotive system knowledge, and basic part knowledge. The role involves sourcing from stores, hubs, pdq, and external suppliers. In-depth knowledge of store inventory and maintenance processes is essential. Position can be part-time or full-time. Fleet safety certification is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide excellent selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
• Achieve personal sales goals and help the store reach its sales objectives
• Provide DIY services such as battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
• Maintain store product and operational standards
• Handle inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
• General stocking including truck stocking and back stock
• Safely deliver parts to customers as needed

Success Factors

• Basic driving and navigation skills
• Ability to use delivery board system
• Friendly communication skills
• 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 in testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY service

Essential Job Skills for Success as a Salesperson

• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, and manuals
• Use basic math accurately: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in various units
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed

Prior Experience

• 2-3 years of successful sales experience in retail, providing superior customer experiences

What is a Store Driver?

Entry level store position supporting delivery of parts to commercial customers. Responsible for delivering parts, assisting with inventory, and supporting store operations. Can be part-time or full-time. Must be fleet safety certified.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely deliver parts to customers
• Pick and stage parts for orders
• Pick up returns and cores
• Distribute weekly/monthly sales flyers
• Collect credit accounts daily

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain store cleanliness
• Stock trucks and back stock

Success Factors

• Basic driving and navigation skills
• Ability to use delivery systems
• Friendly communication skills
• Ability to locate and stock parts
• Safety knowledge and skills
• Operate inventory systems and store equipment

Essential Job Skills for Success as a Driver

• Effective communication and relationship-building
• Ability to interpret safety and operating documents
• Basic math skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Prior Experience

• Automotive parts experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and fleet safety certification required

Physical Demands

The physical demands include walking, standing, talking, hearing, handling, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment

Primarily indoor work with occasional outdoor tasks in various weather conditions. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, chemicals, electrical hazards, explosives, and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail

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