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The Retail Service Specialist will support the Store Manager and Assistant Managers in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance, and store operations. This position will also assume shift management responsibilities in the absence of Assistant or Store Manager.
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Lead store team members in providing excellent customer service to retail and professional customers.
Supervise the customer service levels on the retail showroom to include team member execution on customer service programs (Related sales, Hi5, Rock the Call, Never Say No, Rock the Lot, etc…)
Ensure telephone is answered according to company policy.
Ensure all buy online/ship to store, hub and store to store transfers, and DC add orders are processed in a timely manner and customers are contacted upon shipment arrivals as needed.
Ensure special orders and outside purchases are handled efficiently and according to procedure, utilizing electronic outside purchase order ledger.
Ensure retail customer returns and exchanges are processed in an efficient and friendly manner, refunds are issued accurately using the correct payment methods, and returned merchandise is processed or staged in the returns area correctly.
Ensure all merchandise, including core charges and warranties, are invoiced before product leaves the store.
Ensure that Zipline messages are communicated and Image Maker and merchandising tasks are delegated and completed as assigned.
Ensure team members are adhering to the posted work schedule, changes/deviations are being approved by a member of management, and team members are clocking in/out according to company policy.
Perform all store opening/closing duties, including performing day end procedures, verifying/securing money/deposits according to company policy, preparing bank deposits as needed, ensuring all night security lights are on, locking doors and securing building, arming/disarming security alarms, and checking/securing/locking delivery vehicle(s) parked in secure designated area.
All other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES
Required:
Strong communication skills
Ability to obtain RSS Certification
Desired:
Retail sales experience, preferably in auto parts
Automotive systems and repair knowledge
ASE Certification
Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired)
O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.
Total Compensation Package:
Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
Opportunities for Career Growth
O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.
Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.
Consistent with internal policy and applicable law, the Company electronically monitors the use of Company-provided systems, including telephone conversations and transmissions, Internet access and usage, and electronic mail and transmissions. The Company additionally employs video cameras in common internal and external areas.
The Retail Service Specialist will support the Store Manager and Assistant Managers in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance, and store operations. This position will also assume shift management responsibilities in the absence of Assistant or Store Manager.
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Lead store team members in providing excellent customer service to retail and professional customers.
Supervise the customer service levels on the retail showroom to include team member execution on customer service programs (Related sales, Hi5, Rock the Call, Never Say No, Rock the Lot, etc…)
Ensure telephone is answered according to company policy.
Ensure all buy online/ship to store, hub and store to store transfers, and DC add orders are processed in a timely manner and customers are contacted upon shipment arrivals as needed.
Ensure special orders and outside purchases are handled efficiently and according to procedure, utilizing electronic outside purchase order ledger.
Ensure retail customer returns and exchanges are processed in an efficient and friendly manner, refunds are issued accurately using the correct payment methods, and returned merchandise is processed or staged in the returns area correctly.
Ensure all merchandise, including core charges and warranties, are invoiced before product leaves the store.
Ensure that Zipline messages are communicated and Image Maker and merchandising tasks are delegated and completed as assigned.
Ensure team members are adhering to the posted work schedule, changes/deviations are being approved by a member of management, and team members are clocking in/out according to company policy.
Perform all store opening/closing duties, including performing day end procedures, verifying/securing money/deposits according to company policy, preparing bank deposits as needed, ensuring all night security lights are on, locking doors and securing building, arming/disarming security alarms, and checking/securing/locking delivery vehicle(s) parked in secure designated area.
All other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES
Required:
Strong communication skills
Ability to obtain RSS Certification
Desired:
Retail sales experience, preferably in auto parts
Automotive systems and repair knowledge
ASE Certification
Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired)
O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.
Total Compensation Package:
Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
Opportunities for Career Growth
O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.
Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.
Consistent with internal policy and applicable law, the Company electronically monitors the use of Company-provided systems, including telephone conversations and transmissions, Internet access and usage, and electronic mail and transmissions. The Company additionally employs video cameras in common internal and external areas.
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Who's Hiring
- O'Reilly Auto Parts1,053
- Sherwin-Williams23
- AAA Auto Club Enterprises9
- Goodwill of Silicon Valley7
- Ocean State Job Lot4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in retail service specialist jobs.
- 1-3 years of customer service or retail operations experience
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and customer relationship management software
- Strong verbal communication and active listening skills
- Ability to meet sales or service performance targets
- High school diploma or GED required, associate degree preferred
- Experience handling returns, exchanges, and escalated customer complaints
Tips for Your Retail Service Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to service metrics
Retail service specialist roles reward quantifiable outcomes, so replace vague duties with results you owned: customer satisfaction scores you improved, return rates you reduced, or service cycle times you cut. Hiring managers scan for evidence you move numbers, not just descriptions of tasks you completed.
Highlight cross-functional product knowledge
Many postings require familiarity with both front-of-house service and back-end inventory or fulfillment systems. Call out any experience bridging those worlds, such as resolving escalations that required pulling warehouse data or coordinating with vendors to close a service ticket.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists retail service specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by channel type before applying
Retail service specialist roles differ significantly between brick-and-mortar, contact center, and omnichannel environments. Read the job description for phrases like 'in-store service,' 'virtual support,' or 'blended channel,' then match your cover letter language to the channel model the employer actually runs.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for these roles almost always ask you to walk through a difficult customer interaction step by step. Prepare two or three real examples where you de-escalated a complaint, corrected a service error, or retained an at-risk customer, and structure each one as situation, action, and result.
Negotiate schedule flexibility as part of the offer
Retail service specialist roles often come with variable shifts, holiday requirements, and weekend rotations that are easier to adjust before you accept than after. Ask directly which shifts are fixed, which rotate, and whether schedule preferences are accommodated after a probationary period.
Retail Service Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most retail service specialists?
O'Reilly Auto Parts, Sherwin-Williams, and AAA Auto Club Enterprises are hiring the most retail service specialists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase around major retail seasons, so openings in those states may shift quickly.
How many retail service specialist jobs are remote?
About 50% of retail service specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote roles concentrated in contact center, virtual account management, and phone-based customer support functions rather than in-store or floor service positions.
How do you become a retail service specialist?
Start by building direct customer-facing experience in any retail, hospitality, or service environment, since employers prioritize demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills over formal credentials. Learn the point-of-sale systems and CRM tools common to your target industry. Document measurable outcomes from your service work, such as customer satisfaction improvements or complaint resolution rates, and present those in your resume before applying to specialist-level roles.
Can you get hired as a retail service specialist with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire retail service specialists at the entry level and train on systems and product knowledge internally. Focus your application on transferable skills from any customer-facing role, such as cash handling, complaint resolution, or upselling. Certifications in customer service fundamentals and familiarity with common retail software can help close the gap when direct experience is limited.
What does the retail service specialist interview process look like?
Most employers use a two-stage process: an initial phone or video screen to confirm your background and availability, followed by an in-person or panel interview focused on behavioral and scenario-based questions about handling difficult customers, meeting targets, and working within team structures. Some employers add a brief role-play exercise where you demonstrate how you would handle a service interaction or product return.
Where can I find and apply to retail service specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to retail service specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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