Parts sales person job description
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Parts sales person requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in parts sales person job postings.
Sample parts sales person requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in parts sales or related field
- Knowledge of automotive parts and accessories
- Ability to read and interpret parts catalogs and diagrams
- Proficient in computer software and point of sale systems
Sample required parts sales person soft skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to changes
Parts sales person job description example 1
Advance Auto Parts parts sales person job description
Retail Parts Pro in Minneola, FL at Advance Auto Parts
Date Posted:10/13/2022
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Career Snapshot
+ Employee Type:
Full-Time
+ Location:
775 South Highway 27
Minneola, FL
+ Career Type:
Store Hourly
Field Sales and Service
+ Date Posted:
10/13/2022
About Us
At Advance Auto Parts we have a passion for YES. Each day we are motivated by a passion to help our Customers. We have a commitment to advance the lives of our fellow Team Members, Customers, and the Communities where we live and work.
When you join our team, you become one of more of over 70,000 knowledgeable and experienced Team Members who are committed to providing outstanding customer service to our customers, communities and each other every day.
With over 5,100 stores in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, we are a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider. With opportunities ranging from our front lines in our Stores to our Distribution Centers to our Corporate Support Center and our rapidly growing Professional Business, we have the career for you. 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.
Career DescriptionJob Description
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.
What is a Salesperson?
Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems, basic automotive system knowledge and basic part knowledge. The role has the basic ability to source from stores, hubs, pdq, and external suppliers. The role has in-depth knowledge of the store inventory and maintenance processes. Position can be part time or full time. Fleet safety certification preferred.
Primary Responsibilities
+ Provide excellent selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
+ Achieve personal sales goal and help store achieve its sales goals
+ Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
+ Maintain store product and operational standards
+ Responsible for inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, Back stock, etc.
Secondary Responsibilities
+ Store Cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
+ General stocking including truck stocking and back stock
+ Safely deliver parts to customers as needed
Success Factors
+ Basic driving and navigation ability
+ Ability to use delivery board system
+ 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
+ Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY service
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Salesperson
+ Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
+ Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals
+ Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
+ Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a Salesperson up for Success
+ 2-3 years of successful sales experience in a diverse retail environment, providing superior customer experiences
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; 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. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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.
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Date Posted:10/13/2022
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Career Snapshot
+ Employee Type:
Full-Time
+ Location:
775 South Highway 27
Minneola, FL
+ Career Type:
Store Hourly
Field Sales and Service
+ Date Posted:
10/13/2022
About Us
At Advance Auto Parts we have a passion for YES. Each day we are motivated by a passion to help our Customers. We have a commitment to advance the lives of our fellow Team Members, Customers, and the Communities where we live and work.
When you join our team, you become one of more of over 70,000 knowledgeable and experienced Team Members who are committed to providing outstanding customer service to our customers, communities and each other every day.
With over 5,100 stores in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, we are a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider. With opportunities ranging from our front lines in our Stores to our Distribution Centers to our Corporate Support Center and our rapidly growing Professional Business, we have the career for you. 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.
Career DescriptionJob Description
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.
What is a Salesperson?
Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems, basic automotive system knowledge and basic part knowledge. The role has the basic ability to source from stores, hubs, pdq, and external suppliers. The role has in-depth knowledge of the store inventory and maintenance processes. Position can be part time or full time. Fleet safety certification preferred.
Primary Responsibilities
+ Provide excellent selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
+ Achieve personal sales goal and help store achieve its sales goals
+ Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
+ Maintain store product and operational standards
+ Responsible for inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, Back stock, etc.
Secondary Responsibilities
+ Store Cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
+ General stocking including truck stocking and back stock
+ Safely deliver parts to customers as needed
Success Factors
+ Basic driving and navigation ability
+ Ability to use delivery board system
+ 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
+ Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY service
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Salesperson
+ Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
+ Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals
+ Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
+ Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a Salesperson up for Success
+ 2-3 years of successful sales experience in a diverse retail environment, providing superior customer experiences
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; 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. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024