Commercial Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Saddle Brook, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

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)
Ability to 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

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

ASE P2POS SystemsInventory SystemsParts Lookup SystemsAutomotive Parts KnowledgeParts SourcingDriver DispatchGAS2 SellingCustomer Relationship ManagementSales

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, 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 expert knowledge of automotive systems and parts, advanced selling skills for commercial customers, working knowledge of automotive diagnostics (engine, suspension, brakes, etc.), proficiency with POS and parts lookup systems, and Microsoft Word and Excel.

What is the company culture or team environment like?

The role involves partnering with the GM to manage Team Members, providing supervisory support, coaching, and ensuring driver coverage, emphasizing collaboration and development.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have ASE P2 certification or equivalent, advanced automotive parts knowledge, sourcing abilities from special order/FDO/second source, effective communication and selling skills, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining customer relationships.