Store Driver

Advance Auto Parts•Columbia Heights, MN

21d•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Store Driver picks, stages, and safely delivers parts to professional customers; picks up returns and cores; and supports customer relationships and sales through delivery interactions. The role also helps maintain store cleanliness, stock inventory, assist walk-in customers, and perform other duties as assigned. Work may include a variety of days, evenings, and weekends as needed. The position requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to drive safely and navigate effectively.
Ability to use a delivery board system.
Friendly and persuasive communication skills.
Ability to locate and stock parts, with safety knowledge and skills.
Ability to operate inventory systems and store equipment.
Sales aptitude and customer service orientation.
Ability to identify customer needs and recommend solutions.
Ability to speak and write English and communicate effectively with customers, peers, and leadership; Spanish is a plus.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Confidence engaging customers and promoting products.
Willingness to learn about new products and sales techniques.
Ability to walk or stand predominantly during work and perform the physical activities described, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to meet the described vision requirements, including close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

Automotive parts experience is preferred.
Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Pick, stage, and safely deliver parts to professional customers.
Pick up returns and cores.
Deliver weekly and monthly sales flyers and promote current sales and loyalty programs.
Collect payments from credit accounts daily.
Build and maintain relationships with MainStreet and National Pro customers, sharing delivery insights with the CPP.
Assist in upselling and cross-selling products to increase average transaction value.
Maintain store cleanliness, including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and the parking lot.
Perform general stocking, including truck stocking, back stock, and cycle counts.
Maintain knowledge of product inventory and new arrivals to assist with sales.
Engage walk-in customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate parts or services.
Perform other duties as assigned.