Retail Salesperson - Autoparts Specialist

SUMMARY

Applicants must have a genuine automotive interest, a high level of attention to detail, capability to deliver exceptional service, and a knack for problem-solving. Experience as an automotive hobbyist or prior careers within the automotive industry is highly desired and should be noted on your application. All levels of prior experience in the automotive industry are welcome to apply. Experience in machine shops or engine rebuilding is a plus.

All you need to bring to the table is a willingness to learn, and a passion for excellent customer service. We offer a comprehensive job training program that will provide you with everything you will need to help serve the customers’ needs.

• Approaches and greets all customers on the sales floor and at the counter.
• Assists and sells to prospective customers and explains types of products offered.
• Estimates quantity of merchandise needed.
• Demonstrates use of merchandise when possible.
• Researches products available for purchase based upon the customers’ needs.
• Promotes manager specials and sale items to all customers.
• Suggests additional products to customer where appropriate.
• Quotes prices and uses sales techniques.
• Secures orders and keys data into computer and informs customer of delivery date when item is not in stock.
• Always maintains a clean work area.
• Arranges store displays and restocks products when necessary.
• Contributes to a positive workplace environment; strong communication required.
• Additional duties as a Level 1 Counter Salesperson: general order maintenance pertaining to own orders, including RENTRY and SENTRY (internal software) orders and all mail order procedures.
• Assist with restocking the store.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); completion of at least 3-6 months as an Entry Level Salesperson. Racing experience is a plus. Must be aware of the latest performance trends for both domestic and import markets.

After training, the schedule is designed to meet customer/business needs. Weekend and closing shift(s) are required. The option of working (4) 10-hour shifts or (5) 8-hour shifts are available. Retail employees cover all hours of operation with periods of overtime, as needed.

Starting wage/first year:
Level 1 Retail Sales starting wage is $16.50 - $21 per hour base depending on additional testing for level placement, plus commission. Commission per hour average range is $3.00 - $6.00. Above are end-of-year estimated average potentials. Your actual hourly rate and time to achieve will vary based on automotive knowledge, application of training, development pace, and sales skills.

• Paid time off / PTO
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx insurance
• Generous employee discount
• 401(k) with company match
• Health club reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Optional Insurance Policies
• Life Insurance - company paid
• Short Term Disability - company paid
• Paid holidays, jury duty pay, bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program

Summit Racing Equipment and its entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.