Senior Store Professional

Summary

The Senior Store Pro is responsible for delivering accurate, efficient, and courteous service to customers across multiple channels, including in-store, telephone, and dealer shop interactions. This role requires strong technical knowledge of automotive parts, the ability to identify and source the correct parts, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The position also serves as a key resource for internal team members on product and system knowledge.

• Customer satisfaction and issue resolution effectiveness
• Accuracy and speed of parts lookup and order processing
• Sales performance and order fulfillment efficiency
• Product knowledge and technical advisory capability
• Adherence to operational, pricing, and inventory processes
• Contribution to team support and store operations including inventory and delivery management
• Compliance with asset protection and loss prevention standards

The following primary responsibilities are not all inclusive:

• Provide prompt, professional, and courteous service to customers (in-store, phone, and dealer shops)
• Accurately identify, source, and process parts orders using catalog and POS systems
• Advise customers on technical product questions and recommend appropriate solutions
• Maintain strong knowledge of products, warranties, sales programs, and company policies
• Execute sales practices including customer engagement, needs assessment, and product demonstration
• Resolve customer issues effectively to ensure satisfaction and retention
• Support store operations including stock orders, reporting discrepancies, and maintaining store presentation
• Utilize delivery management systems to coordinate and dispatch deliveries, pull and prepare orders for customers and drivers, and support efficient logistics and fulfillment operations.
• Perform general housekeeping, cleaning, and organizational tasks to maintain a safe, professional, and welcoming store environment.
• Assist with inventory control activities, including receiving merchandise, stocking shelves, conducting cycle counts, and helping maintain accurate inventory records.
• Contribute to various store operations and team support tasks as needed to optimize store performance, merchandising, and overall efficiency.
• Assist with Open and Close Procedures in the store as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to store processes and operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with pricing, asset security, and operational procedures
• Participate in training and continuous development activities
• Act as a resource and support for other team members

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and accurately identify part numbers and product codes
• Customer-focused mindset with ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure

Preferred

• ASE Parts Specialist certification
• Experience in automotive parts, retail, or related industry
• Familiarity with POS systems and cataloging tools (e.g., TAMS)
• Knowledge of local service area and customer base
• Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle

• Demonstrates ownership of customer experience and outcomes
• Acts as a technical resource and mentor to peers
• Maintains professionalism, accountability, and strong work ethic
• Contributes to a collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Shows initiative in skill development and continuous learning

• Reports to:
  
  Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager
• Works closely with:
  Counter Sales Associates, Inventory/Operations staff, and external customers (retail and dealer shops)
• Part of:
  Retail Store Operations within NAPA