Senior Automotive Parts Specialist

Genuine Parts Company; West Hartford (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Senior Store Pro to deliver accurate, efficient, and courteous service across in-store, phone, and dealer shop interactions. The role requires strong automotive parts knowledge and the ability to source correct parts while supporting teammates.

You will advise customers, process orders using catalog and POS systems, maintain up-to-date product knowledge, and help with inventory, deliveries, and store operations to ensure smooth performance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and accurately identify part numbers and product codes.
• Customer-focused mindset with ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, professional, and courteous service to customers (in-store, phone, and dealer shops).
• Accurately identify, source, and process parts orders using catalog and POS systems.
• Advise customers on technical product questions and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Maintain strong knowledge of products, warranties, sales programs, and company policies.
• Execute sales practices including customer engagement, needs assessment, and product demonstration.
• Resolve customer issues effectively to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Support store operations including stock orders, reporting discrepancies, and maintaining store presentation.
• Utilize delivery management systems to coordinate and dispatch deliveries, pull and prepare orders for customers and drivers, and support efficient logistics and fulfillment operations.
• Perform general housekeeping, cleaning, and organizational tasks to maintain a safe, professional, and welcoming store environment.
• Assist with inventory control activities, including receiving merchandise, stocking shelves, conducting cycle counts, and helping maintain accurate inventory records.
• Contribute to various store operations and team support tasks as needed to optimize store performance, merchandising, and overall efficiency.
• Assist with Open and Close Procedures in the store as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to store processes and operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with pricing, asset security, and operational procedures
• Participate in training and continuous development activities
• Act as a resource and support for other team members

Skills

Strong communication, interpersonal, &

Identify part numbers & product codes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Cataloging tools (e.g., TAMS)

Job description

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Senior Store Pro to deliver accurate, efficient, and courteous service across in-store, phone, and dealer shop interactions. The role requires strong automotive parts knowledge and the ability to source correct parts while supporting teammates.

You will advise customers, process orders using catalog and POS systems, maintain up-to-date product knowledge, and help with inventory, deliveries, and store operations to ensure smooth performance.