New Market Development Specialist

New Business

Primary responsibility of the New Market Development Specialist is to work with Management team to expand the distribution of the Parts City affiliate program through new markets and competitive store changeovers.

Market Development

The New Market Development Specialist is employed by Ozark Automotive/O’Reilly Auto Parts for the purpose of increasing the company’s net sales of automotive parts and accessories. The position requires travel in excess of 3 – 4 weeks per month.

Identify and Target Areas of Strategic Growth

The individual will work closely with the departmental leadership of the Real Estate, DC Operations, Divisional Sales Management Teams and Supplier Credit to evaluate and prioritize growth opportunities in best interest of O’Reilly/Parts City Auto Parts.

Communication and Follow Up

• Establish a line of communication with the owners & management or potential prospects conducive to earning their business.
• This process includes correspondence, strong follow up skills, developing action plans to address the operational strengths/weaknesses of each store such as, advertising/marketing needs, customer service, finance and other factors which contribute to the overall net sales and profitability of each customer.

Assist with New Store Installations/Changeovers

• Manage commitments made to owners/ managers of potential prospects and the Sales Management Team to ensure obligations are fulfilled on a consistent and timely basis.
• Communicate immediately to the distribution center management when any customer problems or concerns arise.
• Provide assistance with the planning and actively participate in new store installations/changeovers, remodel projects, and store inventories at associate and corporate locations.

Safeguard Assets and Control Expenses

• Safeguard the assets of Ozark Automotive Distributors and control expenses for the betterment of the company.

Total Compensation Package

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Total Compensation Package includes Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years counter experience and/or inside sales experience in automotive aftermarket parts industry.
• Desired Outside sales experience or store management experience in the automotive parts industry.

Company Information

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.