Store Parts Professional

South Plainfield, NJ, USA Full time R26_0000011059 NAPA is a Parts Store and So much more! We are driven to have the best people on our team to get the right parts to the right place at the right time The Role A Parts Professional provides prompt and courteous service to all customers over the telephone, in the store, or in the dealer's shop. Looks up the parts application in catalogs or POS system. Processes orders for customers with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and courtesy. Assists and advises customers on how to best meet their needs, often dealing with questions and problems of a highly technical nature. Exhibits a thorough knowledge of products, performance standards, warranties, sales programs, and operating policies. Serves as a resource for advice to other store personnel A Day in the Life Implements appropriate sales practices such as greeting customers, demonstrating product knowledge, and ability to quickly understand customer's needs Maintains customer satisfaction by serving all customers, securing right part, and resolving customer issues Demonstrates professional attitude, conduct, and appearance Maintains POS computer abilities by learning and applying how to use catalog and system, practicing asset security/loss prevention controls, and understanding store's pricing methods Provides sales support functions by processing salespersons' stock orders, reporting overages/shortages/damaged merchandise, and ensuring the good appearance of store and displays Participates in training as needed and required Perform all other associated tasks as assigned by management What You'll Need High School Diploma, or equivalent, required Able to establish and maintain good relations with customers by providing courteous, efficient, and professional service Be functionally literate and capable of understanding and recognizing part numbers and line codes to ensure proper selection and delivery of parts, including identifying sequences of numbers and letters accurately and rapidly Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills Enjoy working with people in a fast-paced setting; be competitive, yet have the ability to work calmly under pressure Be ASE Parts Specialist (automotive) certified Have a working knowledge of the part of the city the store services and be able to operate a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission Able to work retail hours at any store location as assigned by management And if you have this, even better Capable of operating TAMS point-of-sale system and cataloging Able to use the adding machine and process cash, check, and credit card transactions Visually capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers and remembering their sequencing Able to work on feet (stand and walk) for an entire assigned work shift Capable of lifting and moving parts and boxes of up to 60 pounds Able to repeatedly bend or stoop to floor-level shelves and able to reach upper shelves (ten feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary Able to move engine blocks, core barrels, and other heavy equipment with moving aids designed to move such items, including hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc Why NAPA may just be the right place for you Outstanding health benefits and 401K Stable company Fortune 200 with a "family" feel Company Culture that works hard yet takes care of employees Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team This position offers a starting hourly rate of $21.25. Many of our hourly positions have pay progression with set starting rates and you reach the top end of this range within 12 months of hire. For other positions, the starting rate will be determined based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We value the unique contributions of each team member and encourage candidates to discuss their backgrounds during the interview process. Benefits Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match. Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs. Where permitted by applicable law, successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to start date. COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to an approved accommodation, and proof of vaccination will be required on or prior to start date. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI283690089 #J-18808-Ljbffr