Sr. Store Professional

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; 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 channels. You will identify parts, source them, and advise customers, drawing on strong product knowledge and POS system experience.

This role supports store operations, assists with inventory, order fulfillment, and logistic coordination, while upholding pricing and asset-protection standards.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure.

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

Part identification

Customer service

Communication

Inventory awareness

Product knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Cataloging tools (e.g., TAMS)

Job description

Summary

The Senior Store Pro is responsible for delivering accurate, efficient, and courteous service to customers across multiple channels, including in-store, telephone, and dealer shop interactions. This role requires strong technical knowledge of automotive parts, the ability to identify and source the correct parts, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The position also serves as a key resource for internal team members on product and system knowledge. Position Performance Measures: Customer satisfaction and issue resolution effectiveness Accuracy and speed of parts lookup and order processing Sales performance and order fulfillment efficiency Product knowledge and technical advisory capability Adherence to operational, pricing, and inventory processes Contribution to team support and store operations including inventory and delivery management Compliance with asset protection and loss prevention standards

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

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure

Preferred

• ASE Parts Specialist certification
• Experience in automotive parts, retail, or related industry
• Familiarity with POS systems and cataloging tools (e.g., TAMS)
• Knowledge of local service area and customer base
• Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle
• Leadership Demonstrates ownership of customer experience and outcomes
• Acts as a technical resource and mentor to peers
• Maintains professionalism, accountability, and strong work ethic
• Contributes to a collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Shows initiative in skill development and continuous learning

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager

Works closely with: Counter Sales Associates, Inventory/Operations staff, and external customers (retail and dealer shops)

Part of: Retail Store Operations within NAPA Retail and warehouse environment with frequent customer interaction

Physical Requirements

Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift

Ability to lift and move parts and equipment up to ~60 lbs.

Frequent bending, stooping, reaching (including use of ladders/stools)

Use of equipment such as hand trucks, dollies, and hydraulic lifts

Requires visual accuracy for identifying part numbers and sequences

Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail

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