Store Driver

Advance Auto Parts•Bradenton, FL

23d

About The Position

The Store Driver picks, stages, and safely delivers parts to professional customers; picks up returns and cores; and supports sales by distributing flyers and promoting current sales and loyalty programs. The role also collects on credit accounts and builds relationships with MainStreet and National Pro customers, sharing delivery insights with the CPP. Store support includes upselling and cross-selling, keeping the store clean, stocking and counting inventory, maintaining product knowledge, and helping walk-in customers identify suitable parts or services. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires safe driving and navigation, use of a delivery board and inventory systems, customer-focused communication, sales aptitude, and the ability to locate and stock parts. The employee must be able to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record are required. Automotive parts experience is preferred. The role is predominantly performed walking or standing, usually inside, with occasional outdoor work in varying weather. Physical tasks include handling and feeling, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. The work environment may involve moving mechanical parts, elevated or precarious locations, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical-shock risk, explosives, and vibration; noise is usually moderate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Safe driving and navigation ability.
Ability to use a delivery board system.
Ability to locate and stock parts; knowledge of safety practices.
Ability to operate inventory systems and store equipment.
Friendly, persuasive, and effective communication skills; ability to build strong relationships with customers, peers, and leadership.
Ability to speak and write English.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately, including calculations with 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 identify customer needs and recommend solutions.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language ability.
Automotive parts experience.

Responsibilities

Pick, stage, and safely deliver parts to professional customers.
Pick up returns and cores.
Distribute weekly or monthly sales flyers and promote current sales and loyalty programs.
Collect payments on credit accounts daily.
Build and maintain relationships with MainStreet and National Pro customers and provide the CPP with insights gathered 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.
Stock merchandise, including truck stocking and back stock, and perform 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.