Commercial Parts Pro 3370 at Advance Auto Parts

Clarksville, Tennessee, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

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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.)
Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively
Ability to read and interpret documents (safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, procedure manuals) and write simple correspondence
Understand and execute instructions in written, oral, or diagram form
Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
Strong organizational skills
Understand commercial profitability concepts (competition, market opportunities, customer prioritization)
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Expert knowledge of automotive systems and parts
Ability to source from numerous places (special order, FDO, second source, etc.)
Advanced selling skills for commercial customers
Ability to multi-task and remain organized
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

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
Support profitable growth of the commercial business via customer retention and growth
Partner with GM to manage Team Members
Direct drivers to ensure timely and accurate delivery

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

automotive parts knowledgeASE P2 certifiedinventory systemsPOS systemsparts lookup systemssales skillscustomer relationship managementdriver dispatchspecial order sourcingcommercial stocking programsproblem solving

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position full-time?

Yes, 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 diagnostics across systems like engine, brakes, and electronics, and proficiency with 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 development, and partners with the 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 and systems knowledge, sourcing abilities, selling skills, effective communication, and organizational skills, along with successfully completing the Parts Knowledge Assessment.