Outside Sales

We are holding a Career Fair
North Hollywood Store
12020 Victory Blvd.
N. Hollywood, CA 91605
Tuesday – September 19, 2006
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Meet our District Recruiting Manager and discuss career opportunities!

NAPA was founded in 1925 to meet Americas growing need for a world-class auto parts distribution system. By providing excellent customer service for more than 75 years, NAPA has become the industry leader. NAPAs strength is unrivaled, with 6,000 NAPA AUTO PARTS stores, 58 Distribution Centers, 9,600 affiliated NAPA AutoCare repair facilities, 200,000 parts in inventory every day, and more ASE-Certified Parts Professionals than anyone in the industry.

In addition to being Americas first choice for automotive parts and accessories, NAPA is also a leading supplier of specialty parts and equipment for the collision repair, heavy-duty truck, and industrial markets. NAPA also serves automotive consumers through the UAP division in Canada, Auto Todo in Mexico and with other locations throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. NAPAs company-owned stores and our independent owner-operated stores are exciting in that everything we are as a company comes together in the stores. Purchasing, distribution, marketing, merchandising, customer service; all play a major role each day.
Job Description
We want dedicated, energetic and driven people to promote the entire NAPA line of products and services to increase market penetration.

Experienced sales professional with automotive aftermarket knowledge. Outside sales and automotive expertise are a plus.

The NAPA Spirit is one reason more people chose NAPA than any other parts. NAPA has the most and the best sales programs to offer automotive wholesale customers.

NAPA is looking for friendly, courteous, ambitious go-getters to service our wholesale customers and help us find new customers.

Primary Job Function: Responsible for promoting the entire NAPA line of products and programs in addition to selling the store's services, in an effort to increase sales as well as increase market penetration through new and existing accounts. Represents primary communication link between assigned accounts and the store. Should fully implement and support NAPA and store initiated programs and follow store policies and procedures.

As a local sales person you will be responsible for calling on & supporting new and existing customers.

You will be promoting the entire NAPA line of products and store services to increase market penetration.

Individual will be required to perform educational seminars, clinics and presentations on NAPA product lines and services.

Individual will have knowledge of AutoCare and National Accounts programs, and utilize factory representatives when needed.

Compensation initially will be guaranteed for a period of time to develop new customer base and market share. Initial compensation will be based on experience and upon completion of the guarantee period, pay will be 100% commission.
REQUIREMENTS
Job SkillsExperienced sales professional with automotive aftermarket knowledge with outside sales and automotive experience are a plus.Must be able to perform in a quota driven environment
.Excellent at prospecting and cold calling skills while maintaining current customers and business needs.Must have a valid drivers license and provide own transportation.Great communication and listening skills and a professional appearance is a MUST.Must be willing to attend weekly sales meetings supporting a team environment, while striving to be the top performer and driving business for a retail store.Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.Must be willing to assist in collecting on past-due accounts if needed.Must possess a willingness and ability to learn, with great problem solving skills.Positive, enthusiastic role model who has personal drive is a MUST!Must be willing to perform other tasks as assigned.

Our benefits include:

Competitive wages
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Company paid life insurance
401(k) with company matching contributions
Company funded Pension Plan
Stock Purchase Plan
Vacations, Holidays, Paid Personal Days
Flexible Spending Account
Educational Assistance Program
Short Term and Long Term Disability Program
Employee Purchase Discount Program on store merchandise
Comprehensive training programs

We encourage superb candidates currently working in the automotive industry to learn more about NAPA Auto Parts. NAPA, is a Company you should think about!

Our Recruiting and Training Manager will be contacting individuals to schedule interviews in the next few weeks.

The NAPA Spirit is one reason why more people choose NAPA than any other parts supplier.

Apply on-line or visit our store in Van Nuys located at 6141 Kester Avenue.

Come join our team!