Store Professional

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company; Bethany (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GPC Genuine Parts Company, dba NAPA, seeks a Store Pro to be the primary customer contact in our Oklahoma retail location. You will provide automotive parts solutions, support both retail and wholesale customers, and contribute to store performance through knowledge, responsiveness and engagement.

Use POS and catalog tools to fulfill orders, support inventory, and assist with deliveries while maintaining a high-energy, customer‑oriented environment and teamwork to drive loyalty.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience in automotive, retail, or parts environment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with vehicle repair or maintenance.
• Familiarity with inventory or cataloging systems.
• ASE Certification not required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate automotive parts solutions to retail and wholesale customers.
• Deliver a consistently positive and engaging customer experience.
• Utilize product knowledge to assist customers and support team members.
• Operate POS, inventory/catalog tools, and communication devices.
• Maintain high energy and customer focus in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Support store operations including transactions, inquiries, and workflow.
• Build relationships with customers to drive loyalty and repeat business.
• Utilize delivery management systems to coordinate and dispatch deliveries, pull and prepare orders for customers and drivers.
• Assist with inventory control activities and cycle counts.
• Contribute to store operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Inventory/catalog tools

Delivery management systems

Job description

Summary

The Store Pro serves as the primary point of contact for customers in the retail store, representing the NAPA brand and delivering a high-quality customer experience. This role is responsible for providing automotive parts solutions, supporting both retail and wholesale customers, and contributing to store performance through product knowledge, responsiveness, and customer engagement. It offers a strong entry point or growth path within the organization

Position Performance Measures

• Customer satisfaction and service quality (CSAT, repeat business)
• Accuracy and efficiency in parts identification and order fulfillment
• Sales performance (retail and wholesale transactions)
• Responsiveness to customer inquiries (in-store and phone)
• Team collaboration and support to peers
• Adherence to store processes, systems, and operational standards

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate automotive parts solutions to retail and wholesale customers
• Deliver a consistently positive and engaging customer experience
• Utilize product knowledge to assist customers and support team members
• Operate systems including POS, inventory/catalog tools, and communication devices
• Maintain high energy and customer focus in a fast-paced retail environment
• Support store operations including transactions, inquiries, and general workflow
• Build relationships with customers to drive loyalty and repeat business
• 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.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to store processes and operational standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused mindset with strong listening and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to learn automotive parts and technology systems
• Experience in automotive, retail, or parts environment (Preferred)
• Hands‑on experience with vehicle repair or maintenance
• Knowledge of inventory or cataloging systems
• Background in automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, farm, marine, or dealership environments
• ASE Certification (not required)
• Leadership
• Demonstrates personal accountability and ownership of customer outcomes
• Leads by example in delivering exceptional customer serviceSupports team members by sharing knowledge and assisting with problem-solving
• Contributes to a positive, collaborative, and high-performance team environment
• Shows initiative in learning and career development

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager

Works closely with: Counter Sales team, Inventory/Operations staff, and Wholesale customers

Part of: Retail Store Operations within NAPA

Physical Demands / Working Environment

Retail store environment with frequent customer interaction

Standing for extended periods and frequent movement within the store

Ability to lift and move automotive parts and materials (moderate weight)

Use of computers, phones, and POS systems regularly

Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and responsiveness

Employers EEO statement

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Company Culture

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.