Salesperson

Advance Auto Parts•Woodbridge, VA

12d•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Salesperson is an entry-level sales position that supports the do-it-yourself (DIY) business and helps achieve sales and service objectives. The role requires good knowledge of store systems, basic automotive systems and parts, and the ability to source products from stores, hubs, PDQ, and external suppliers. The Salesperson also maintains in-depth knowledge of store inventory and maintenance processes. The position may be part-time or full-time. Fleet safety certification is preferred. The role involves assisting DIY customers in person and by phone, meeting sales goals, providing basic DIY services such as battery installation and testing and wiper installation, and maintaining store product and operational standards. Responsibilities also include inventory work, stocking, store cleanliness, and safe parts deliveries as needed. The position generally involves working inside, with occasional outdoor work in various weather conditions. Employees may occasionally encounter moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, chemicals, electrical-shock risks, explosives, and vibration. The work environment is usually moderately noisy.

Requirements

Have 2–3 years of successful sales experience in a diverse retail environment, providing superior customer experiences.
Speak and write English and communicate effectively to build strong relationships with customers, peers, and management.
Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
Use basic math accurately, including arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Have basic driving and navigation ability.
Be able to use a delivery board system, locate and stock parts, and operate inventory systems and store equipment.
Have safety knowledge and skills.
Have parts and automotive system knowledge and skills.
Be able to operate POS and parts lookup systems and use testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY service.
Be available to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including predominantly walking or standing; talking and hearing; handling, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Have close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Fleet safety certification is preferred.
Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide an excellent selling experience during DIY customer visits and phone calls.
Achieve personal sales goals and help the store achieve its sales goals.
Provide DIY services, including battery installation and testing and wiper installation.
Maintain store product and operational standards.
Perform inventory processes, including truck put-away, shootouts, cycle counts, and back stock.
Maintain store cleanliness, including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and the parking lot.
Perform general stocking, including truck stocking and back stock.
Safely deliver parts to customers as needed.