Commercial Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, RetailIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent (ASE certification preferred, but not required)
Minimum of 3 years of prior automotive parts experience preferred
Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions
Formal or informal experience leading teams, including supervising daily tasks and achieving goals
Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability (internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.)
Parts and automotive system knowledge skills
Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc
Advanced selling skills for commercial customers
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals
Understand and execute instructions in written, oral, or diagram form
Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Effective communication, listening, and problem-solving skills
Friendly communication
Safety knowledge and skills
Ability to operate inventory systems, store equipment, POS, and parts lookup systems
Understand commercial profitability concepts (competition, market opportunities, customer prioritization)
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Ability to meet physical demands of the job (with or without reasonable accommodation)

Responsibilities

Maintain commercial customer relationships
Provide GAS2 selling experience to commercial customers
Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives
Provide day-to-day supervisory support for Team Members
Collaborate with GM on coaching and developmental needs for Team Members
Dispatch drivers ensuring delivery standards are achieved
Maintain commercial stocking programs
Build and maintain a network of second source suppliers
Maintain core bank and commercial returns
Maintain commercial credit accounts
Partner with GM to ensure proper driver coverage

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

automotive parts knowledgeASE P2 certifiedsales skillscustomer relationship managementinventory systemsPOS systemsparts lookup systemsdriver dispatchspecial order sourcingcommercial stocking programsGAS2 selling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This is a full-time position.

What are the key skills required for the Commercial Parts Pro role?

Key skills include expert knowledge of automotive systems and parts, ability to source parts from special order, FDO, second source, etc., advanced selling skills for commercial customers, working knowledge of automotive systems with diagnostic ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

What certifications are needed for this job?

ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent is required.

What does the role involve in terms of team management?

The role provides day-to-day supervisory support for Team Members, collaborates with the GM on coaching and developmental needs, and partners with GM to ensure proper driver coverage.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have ASE P2 certification or equivalent, advanced automotive parts knowledge, sourcing abilities, supervisory experience, effective communication skills, and proficiency in inventory systems, POS, and Microsoft software.