Store Driver

Advance Auto Parts•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Store Driver safely picks, stages, and delivers parts to professional customers, collects returns and cores, and distributes sales flyers while promoting current sales and loyalty programs. The role also supports daily collection of credit accounts and builds relationships with customers, sharing delivery insights with the CPP. In-store duties include assisting customers, recommending parts or services, supporting sales, maintaining cleanliness, stocking merchandise, and helping with inventory tasks. The employee may occasionally work outside in varying weather conditions while performing tasks such as installing batteries and wiper blades.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to drive safely and navigate routes.
Ability to use a delivery board system.
Friendly and persuasive communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers, and leadership.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic math accurately using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to locate and stock parts, and knowledge of safety practices.
Ability to operate inventory systems for back stock and store equipment.
Sales aptitude, customer-service orientation, and ability to identify customer needs and recommend solutions.
Ability to speak and write English.
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Confidence engaging customers and promoting products, and willingness to learn about new products and sales techniques.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds with assistance.

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.
Drop off weekly or monthly sales flyers and promote current sales and loyalty programs.
Collect on credit accounts daily.
Build and maintain relationships with MainStreet and National Pro customers, and provide the CPP with insights learned during deliveries.
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 with walk-in customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate parts or services.
Perform other duties as assigned.