Store Driver at Advance Auto Parts

Williamsville, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals
Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends
Predominantly walking or standing; talk and hear; use hands/fingers to handle/feel; reach with hands/arms; climb/balance; stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl
Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds with assistance
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus
Safe driving and navigation ability
Ability to use delivery board system
Friendly and persuasive communication
Ability to locate and stock parts
Safety knowledge and skills
Operating inventory systems (back stock) and store equipment
Sales aptitude and customer service orientation
Ability to identify customer needs and recommend solutions
Automotive parts experience preferred

Responsibilities

Pick, stage, and safely deliver parts to pro customers
Pick up returns and cores
Drop off weekly/monthly sales flyers while promoting current sales and loyalty programs
Daily collection of credit accounts
Build and maintain relationships with MainStreet and National Pro customers while providing the CPP with insights learned while making deliveries
Assist in upselling and cross-selling products to increase average transaction value
Maintain store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and parking lot
General stocking including truck stocking, back stock, and cycle counts
Maintain knowledge of product inventory and new arrivals to assist with sales
Engage with walk-in customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate parts or services
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Safe drivingNavigationDelivery systemsCustomer serviceInventory managementStockingSalesUpsellingBasic mathEnglish communication

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a part-time position.

What are the essential skills required for the Store Driver role?

Essential skills include speaking and writing English (Spanish a plus), communicating effectively to build relationships, reading and interpreting documents like safety rules and parts catalogs, using basic math accurately, and confidence in engaging customers.

What prior experience is preferred for this driver position?

Automotive parts experience is preferred.

What is the required education and licensing for this role?

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

What physical demands are involved in this job?

The role requires predominantly walking or standing, lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally with assistance, and abilities like reaching, climbing, stooping, and specific vision requirements including close and color vision.