Commercial Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Acworth, Georgia, 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 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 (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 (safety rules, parts catalogs, etc.)
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
Understand commercial profitability concepts (competition, market opportunities, customer prioritization)
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed

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 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 policy 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 company culture or team environment like for this position?

The role involves partnering with the General Manager to manage Team Members, provide supervisory support, collaborate on coaching and development, and ensure proper driver coverage, emphasizing teamwork and customer-focused growth.

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

Strong candidates have ASE P2 certification or equivalent, advanced knowledge of sourcing parts from special order, FDO, and second sources, expert automotive parts knowledge, and the ability to achieve sales goals while maintaining customer relationships.