Commercial Parts Pro Store 7778

Job Description Professional level sales position capable of supporting advanced functions on the commercial side of the business. The position is responsible for profitable growth of the commercial business through customer retention and growth. It partners with the GM to manage team members and requires expert knowledge of automotive systems and parts. The role must source parts from multiple channels—including special order, FDO, second‑source, etc.—and direct drivers to ensure timely and accurate delivery. The position is full‑time. Primary 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 the 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 Secondary Responsibilities Maintain core bank and commercial returns Maintain commercial credit accounts Partner with the GM to ensure proper driver coverage Success Factors Friendly communication Ability to locate and stock parts Safety knowledge and skills Operating inventory systems and store equipment Parts and automotive system knowledge skills Operating POS and parts lookup systems ASE P2 certified or ASE‑ready equivalent Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second‑source, etc. Advanced selling skills for commercial customers Ability to multi‑task and remain organized Effective communication, listening, and problem‑solving skills. Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Commercial Parts Pro Working knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic ability to include: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronics, exhaust, etc. Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; ability to write simple correspondence Understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required) Strong organizational skills Understand commercial profitability concepts, including knowledge of competition, market opportunities, and customer prioritization (may work with the commercial account manager to determine pricing discounts for specific commercial customers) Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed Prior Experience that Sets a Commercial Parts Pro Up for Success 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 working together to achieve goals Education High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ASE Certification preferred but not required. Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee will predominantly be walking or standing; must be able to talk and hear, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee usually works indoors, but occasionally outdoors and exposed to weather conditions while installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, explosives, and vibration. The noise level is usually moderate. Position Eligibility Position is eligible for sales commission based on individual or store performance. Privacy Notice California residents: Click below for privacy notice – Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advance Auto Parts