Mid Level Parts Clerk Jobs
Mid level parts clerk jobs go to professionals ready to own inventory processes end to end, lead cycle counts independently, and guide junior staff through day-to-day parts operations. Openings run predominantly on-site across Automotive, Manufacturing, and Energy, with employers like Ryder System, Advance Auto Parts, and GE Vernova hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
What is a Retail Parts Pro?
Professional level sales position capable of supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. The role has expert knowledge of store systems, advanced automotive system knowledge and part knowledge. This role has the ability for advanced identification, trouble shooting and project assistance for DIY customers. The role has the ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc. The role has in-depth knowledge of the store inventory and maintenance processes. Position is full time.
Primary Responsibilities
- Facilitate selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
- Achieve personal / store sales goals and service objectives
- Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
- Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance standards
- Key holder responsibilities (task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Secondary Responsibilities
- Assist in store inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.
- Store Cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
- Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
Success Factors
- Friendly communication
- Ability to locate and stock parts
- Safety knowledge and skills
- Operating inventory systems and store equipment
- Parts and automotive system knowledge skills
- Operating POS and Parts lookup systems
- Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
- Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability
- Advanced parts lookup and sourcing
- Advanced selling skills for DIY
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Retail Parts Pro
- Working knowledge of automotive systems, and diagnostic ability to include: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.
- Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; ability to write simple correspondence
- Understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
- Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a Retail Parts Pro up for Success
3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience
Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions
Education
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must have a valid driver's license
ASE certification preferred, but not required
Physical Demands
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Job Description
What is a Retail Parts Pro?
Professional level sales position capable of supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. The role has expert knowledge of store systems, advanced automotive system knowledge and part knowledge. This role has the ability for advanced identification, trouble shooting and project assistance for DIY customers. The role has the ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc. The role has in-depth knowledge of the store inventory and maintenance processes. Position is full time.
Primary Responsibilities
- Facilitate selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls
- Achieve personal / store sales goals and service objectives
- Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
- Ensure high standards of customer service and store appearance standards
- Key holder responsibilities (task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Secondary Responsibilities
- Assist in store inventory processes including truck put away, shoot outs, cycle counts, back stock, etc.
- Store Cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, parking lot
- Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
Success Factors
- Friendly communication
- Ability to locate and stock parts
- Safety knowledge and skills
- Operating inventory systems and store equipment
- Parts and automotive system knowledge skills
- Operating POS and Parts lookup systems
- Expert at testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
- Advanced solution, project and product quality recommendation ability
- Advanced parts lookup and sourcing
- Advanced selling skills for DIY
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a Retail Parts Pro
- Working knowledge of automotive systems, and diagnostic ability to include: internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust, etc.
- Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and management
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals; ability to write simple correspondence
- Understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Successfully complete the Parts Knowledge Assessment
- Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required)
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a Retail Parts Pro up for Success
3-5 years of prior automotive parts experience
Proven sales ability with past experience in fulfillment of customer transactions
Education
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must have a valid driver's license
ASE certification preferred, but not required
Physical Demands
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:
https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures
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Who's Hiring
- Ryder System45
- Advance Auto Parts8
- GE Vernova2
- Stellantis2
- Tesla1
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive16
- Manufacturing4
- Energy3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Airlines1
Mid Level Parts Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level parts clerk job?
Position your experience around ownership and accuracy. Highlight times you managed parts ordering cycles independently, resolved discrepancies without supervisor intervention, or maintained inventory systems with measurable results. Tailor your resume to show proficiency with dealer management software, vendor coordination, and cross-department communication. Employers at this level want candidates who can operate with minimal oversight from day one.
Which companies hire mid level parts clerks?
Companies hiring mid level parts clerks right now include Ryder System, Advance Auto Parts, and GE Vernova, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Employers at this level tend to be established operations in automotive, heavy equipment, manufacturing, or fleet management that need experienced clerks who can handle volume and complexity without close supervision.
Are there remote mid level parts clerk jobs?
Yes, though most parts clerk work is tied to physical inventory locations. About 6% of mid level parts clerk openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles typically involve catalog management, purchase order processing, or parts coordination for distributed service teams rather than hands-on warehouse work.
How do I move up to a mid level parts clerk role?
Moving into a mid level parts clerk role requires building depth beyond basic receiving and stocking. Focus on learning your employer's inventory management system thoroughly, taking ownership of a parts category or supplier relationship, and demonstrating accuracy over time. Clerks who document measurable improvements, such as reducing backorders or speeding up cycle counts, consistently earn mid level consideration.
Which industries hire the most mid level parts clerks?
Mid Level parts clerk roles concentrate in Automotive, Manufacturing, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large, fast-moving parts inventories where experienced clerks who can manage vendor relationships and reduce downtime are essential to keeping operations running.