Retail Parts Pro at Advance Auto Parts

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent (preferred, not required)
  • 3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience
  • Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions
  • Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability (internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.)
  • Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships
  • 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
  • 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
  • Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends
  • Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Provide GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
  • Achieve personal/store sales goals and service objectives
  • Manage DIY services (battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.)
  • Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance
  • Key holder responsibilities (task assignment/completion, safety, open/close duties)
  • Assist in store inventory processes (truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.)
  • Maintain store cleanliness (floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GAS2 sellingbattery installationwiper installsinventory managementcycle countsPOS systemsparts lookuptesting equipmentdiagnostic equipmentASE P2automotive systems knowledge

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key responsibilities of a Retail Parts Pro?

Primary responsibilities include providing GAS2 selling experience for DIY customers, achieving sales goals, managing DIY services like battery and wiper installs, ensuring customer service and store standards, and handling key holder duties. Secondary responsibilities involve assisting with inventory processes and maintaining store cleanliness.

What essential skills are needed for this role?

Essential skills include working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostics, effective English communication (Spanish a plus), ability to read and interpret documents, basic math proficiency, Microsoft Word and Excel usage, strong organizational skills, and completing the Parts Knowledge Assessment. Success factors also emphasize friendly communication, safety knowledge, parts lookup, POS operation, and ASE P2 certification or equivalent.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, the position is full-time.

What is the compensation or salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Retail Parts Pro role?

A strong candidate has ASE P2 certification or equivalent, advanced automotive and parts knowledge, expert diagnostic skills, strong selling abilities, and proficiency in inventory systems, POS, and Microsoft software, along with completing the Parts Knowledge Assessment.

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