Commercial Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Columbia, Maryland, 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)
Minimum of 3 years of prior automotive parts experience preferred
Proven sales ability with experience in customer transactions
Formal or informal experience leading teams
Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability (internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.)
Parts and automotive system knowledge
Ability to source parts from numerous places (special order, FDO, second source, etc.)
Advanced selling skills for commercial customers
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); effective communication, listening, and problem solving skills
Ability to read and interpret documents (safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, procedure manuals)
Ability to understand and execute written, oral, or diagram instructions
Successfully complete Parts Knowledge Assessment
Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Understand commercial profitability concepts (competition, market opportunities, customer prioritization)
Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

Maintain commercial customer relationships
Provide GAS2 selling experience to commercial customers
Achieve personal and 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 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 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 salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Does this role involve supervising team members?

Yes, 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 Commercial Parts Pro position?

Strong candidates have ASE P2 certification or equivalent, advanced knowledge of automotive parts and systems, experience sourcing parts from multiple channels, and proven sales skills for commercial customers.