Junior Sales Associate at Wilson's NAPA Auto Parts – Newport, Oregon

About Us

Wilson’s NAPA Auto Parts is a trusted name in automotive parts, dedicated to providing exceptional service and high-quality products to both retail and commercial customers. We pride ourselves on expertise, reliability, and the strong relationships we’ve built in our community. We are growing—and we’re looking for a motivated, knowledgeable team member to join us in a hybrid role that combines outside sales with inside counter sales.

Position: Hybrid Outside Sales & Inside Parts Counter Sales

Overview

This unique role blends customer-facing parts counter service with outside sales duties, making it perfect for a high-energy professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-centered environment. If you enjoy working with people, understand automotive systems, and are motivated by sales and service, this position might be your perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

Inside Parts Counter Sales

• Assist customers in-store and over the phone with identifying, selecting, and purchasing automotive parts.
• Provide expert-level product knowledge and troubleshooting guidance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient parts counter workspace.
• Process orders, returns, special orders, and inventory requests accurately.
• Deliver outstanding customer service in every interaction.

Outside Sales

• Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial accounts, including repair shops, fleets, and local businesses.
• Visit customers regularly to assess needs, promote products, and grow sales volume.
• Identify new business opportunities and follow through with effective sales strategies.
• Represent Wilson’s NAPA brand professionally in the field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive industry experience (parts knowledge strongly preferred).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills—friendly, professional, and solutions-oriented.
• Strong sales skills highly desired, but ambition, drive, and high energy can make up for less experience.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment and maintain attention to detail.
• Basic computer and point-of-sale skills.
• Must be comfortable with both inside and outside customer interactions.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (for outside sales duties).

Schedule Requirements

• Must be available for weekend shifts as needed.
• Must be available for early evening/closing shifts on rotation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay + commission.
• Starting pay typically around $40,000 annually, with potential to reach $60,000+ based on experience and performance.