Commercial Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Patchogue, New York, 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 working together to achieve 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 and build strong relationships
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; write simple correspondence
Understand and execute instructions in written, oral, or diagram form
Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and remain organized
Understand commercial profitability concepts, including competition, market opportunities, and customer prioritization
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Friendly communication, effective communication, listening, and problem-solving skills
Safety knowledge and skills
Operating 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
Partner with GM to manage Team Members
Support profitable growth of the commercial business via customer retention and growth

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 or part-time?

This is a full-time position.

What is the work arrangement or location for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

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

Required skills include working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability, parts and automotive system knowledge, advanced selling skills for commercial customers, effective communication and problem-solving skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

What is the team structure or management involvement in this role?

The role partners with the GM to manage Team Members, provides day-to-day supervisory support, and collaborates on coaching and developmental needs.

What makes a strong candidate for this Commercial Parts Pro position?

Strong candidates have ASE P2 certified or equivalent, advanced knowledge of sourcing parts from special order, FDO, and second sources, the ability to multi-task and stay organized, and success in the Parts Knowledge Assessment.