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Job Summary
The Regional Sales Manager for NAPA Tools & Equipment is responsible for leading and managing the sales team within a specified geographic region to drive sales growth, increase market share, and achieve revenue targets. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, customer relationship management, and in-depth knowledge of the tools and equipment market.
Position Performance Measures:
- Achievement of regional sales targets and revenue goals for Tools & Equipment
- Growth and development of sales team
- Customer satisfaction and key account retention
- Effective collaboration with marketing, product management, and other internal teams
- Contribution to overall business strategy and execution for Tools & Equipment segment
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets
- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales professionals to drive performance and professional growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and strategic accounts
- Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align sales initiatives, product launches, and customer service delivery
- Manage sales forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes
- Recruit, train, and mentor sales staff, fostering a high-performing inclusive culture
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications are preferred
- Significant sales management experience, preferably within the automotive aftermarket or tools and equipment industry
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient with CRM and sales analytics tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degrees or professional certifications related to sales or management
- Experience managing geographically dispersed sales teams
- Deep knowledge of automotive tools and equipment market
Leadership
- Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.
- Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.
- Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.
- Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.
- Develops high-performing teams by providing inclusive leadership, attracting and developing world-class talent, providing ongoing feedback, and building trust across the organization.
Physical Demands / Working Environment
- Typical workday conducted in office and customer site environments.
- Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
- Be able to sit or stand for up to 9 hours/day.
- Exposed to vibrations and dust, with noise level at moderate to low decibels.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
We offer a competitive salary of $105,000 for this position. Please note that total compensation may vary based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We believe in rewarding our employees fairly and encourage candidates to discuss their unique backgrounds during the interview process.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave.
Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
Tools & Equipment Regional Sales Manager
Job Summary
The Regional Sales Manager for NAPA Tools & Equipment is responsible for leading and managing the sales team within a specified geographic region to drive sales growth, increase market share, and achieve revenue targets. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, customer relationship management, and in-depth knowledge of the tools and equipment market.
Position Performance Measures:
- Achievement of regional sales targets and revenue goals for Tools & Equipment
- Growth and development of sales team
- Customer satisfaction and key account retention
- Effective collaboration with marketing, product management, and other internal teams
- Contribution to overall business strategy and execution for Tools & Equipment segment
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets
- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales professionals to drive performance and professional growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and strategic accounts
- Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align sales initiatives, product launches, and customer service delivery
- Manage sales forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes
- Recruit, train, and mentor sales staff, fostering a high-performing inclusive culture
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications are preferred
- Significant sales management experience, preferably within the automotive aftermarket or tools and equipment industry
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient with CRM and sales analytics tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degrees or professional certifications related to sales or management
- Experience managing geographically dispersed sales teams
- Deep knowledge of automotive tools and equipment market
Leadership
- Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.
- Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.
- Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.
- Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.
- Develops high-performing teams by providing inclusive leadership, attracting and developing world-class talent, providing ongoing feedback, and building trust across the organization.
Physical Demands / Working Environment
- Typical workday conducted in office and customer site environments.
- Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
- Be able to sit or stand for up to 9 hours/day.
- Exposed to vibrations and dust, with noise level at moderate to low decibels.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
We offer a competitive salary of $105,000 for this position. Please note that total compensation may vary based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We believe in rewarding our employees fairly and encourage candidates to discuss their unique backgrounds during the interview process.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave.
Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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Frame Your Automotive Sales Credentials Clearly
GPC's Sales Manager roles typically require demonstrated experience managing accounts or territories in parts distribution, wholesale, or fleet sales. Organize your resume around revenue outcomes and team leadership so hiring managers can map your background to NAPA's business model.
Target District and Regional Postings Strategically
GPC posts Sales Manager openings at district, regional, and national account levels across its automotive distribution network. Applying to roles that match your exact seniority and territory scope significantly improves your odds of reaching a hiring manager who can initiate sponsorship discussions.
Clarify Sponsorship Intent Before the Offer Stage
Raise your visa situation with the recruiter after a strong first interview, not at the offer stage. GPC sponsors multiple visa types for this function, so early transparency avoids late-stage surprises and gives the HR team time to route your file to their immigration counsel.
Understand How PERM Labor Certification Affects Your Timeline
If GPC pursues an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card for your Sales Manager role, DOL's PERM process requires documenting that no qualified U.S. workers were available. This can add months to your permanent residency timeline, so align your start date expectations accordingly.
Use Migrate Mate to Surface Open Sales Manager Roles
Searching for sponsorship-friendly openings at a specific employer is time-consuming without the right tools. Use Migrate Mate to filter GPC's current Sales Manager postings by visa type so you're only applying to roles where sponsorship is already on the table.
Align Your LCA Filing Location With Your Work Territory
H-1B petitions for Sales Managers require a Labor Condition Application filed with DOL for the specific worksite location. If your role covers multiple territories or requires relocation, confirm with GPC's HR team which office address anchors your LCA before the petition is submitted.
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Does Genuine Parts Company sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Managers?
Yes, Genuine Parts Company sponsors H-1B visas for Sales Manager roles. GPC works with immigration counsel to file the necessary Labor Condition Application with the DOL and then submits the H-1B petition to USCIS. Because H-1B cap-subject filings open in April each year, your start date will depend on where you are in the sponsorship cycle when you receive an offer.
How do I apply for Sales Manager jobs at Genuine Parts Company?
Applications go through GPC's careers portal, where Sales Manager roles are listed by business unit and geography. You can also browse current openings filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify GPC postings where sponsorship is explicitly supported. Tailoring your application to the specific territory or account type listed in the posting significantly strengthens your candidacy.
Which visa types does Genuine Parts Company commonly use for Sales Manager positions?
GPC sponsors H-1B visas for specialty occupation Sales Manager roles, TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying management positions, and F-1 OPT or CPT for candidates still within their authorized training period. For longer-term employment, GPC has pursued EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for Sales Managers who demonstrate consistent performance and meet DOL's PERM requirements.
What qualifications does Genuine Parts Company expect for a sponsored Sales Manager role?
GPC typically looks for a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, combined with hands-on experience in B2B sales, account management, or parts distribution. For H-1B eligibility, the role needs to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, so roles with direct oversight of automotive wholesale accounts or national account programs tend to be the strongest fit for sponsorship.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Sales Manager offer at GPC?
Timeline depends on the visa type. H-1B standard processing through USCIS can take three to six months after the April lottery, while premium processing shortens adjudication to roughly 15 business days. TN sponsorship for Canadian nationals can be obtained at a port of entry. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship, if pursued, adds a year or more depending on your country of birth and DOL processing backlogs.
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