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Part-Time Retail Assistant

Genuine Parts Company · Hornby, Christchurch

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Fit summary

Best fit if you want flexible hours in a structured parts-retail environment tied to a large global distributor (GPC). Less ideal if you need remote work, high autonomy desk work, or guaranteed specialist tech training.

Day in the role

As a part-time retail assistant for Genuine Parts Company in Hornby, Christchurch, expect customer-facing counter and shop-floor work: greeting walk-ins, locating automotive or related parts, checking stock, ringing sales, and keeping shelves tidy. Shifts are likely evenings/weekends-friendly. You’ll work under store procedures for returns, special orders, and basic product lookup—supporting the wider GPC/NAPA-style parts retail model rather than industrial warehouse roles.

Skills to emphasize

Useful skills: clear customer service, cash/POS comfort, basic auto-parts literacy (fitment questions), stock accuracy, and reliable shift attendance. No formal certificate list was supplied for this role family.

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Is this role remote?

No. The listing is on-site in Hornby, Christchurch (remote flag is off).

What does Genuine Parts Company do?

It distributes automotive and industrial parts (including NAPA and Motion) from an Atlanta base, with operations including Australasia.

Are there required certifications listed?

No cert family or paid training resources were provided for this posting.

Company facts (cached)

Website: genpt.com

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is an American automotive and industrial parts distributor based in Atlanta, Georgia. Established by brothers Carlyle and Malcolm Fraser in 1928, the company has approximately 60,000 employees. In addition to the United States, GPC has operated in Australasia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United Kingdom. GPC's subsidiaries include industrial parts distributor Motion as well as NAPA Auto Parts, which primarily sells parts in North America.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Part Time Retail Assistant | Repco Hornby — Genuine Parts Company — Hornby, Christchurch About This Position This part-time role at Repco in Hornby, Christchurch offers a friendly and fun environment. Working Sunday from 9am to 5pm (7.5 hours), you'll be part of a valued team that offers great staff discounts. The position is not remote. Responsibilities Serving customers with a smile, providing excellent customer service Maintaining a clean and organized store environment <li-Assisting in stock management and product displays Handling cash transactions accurately and efficiently Participating in team activities and training sessions What We're Looking For A friendly and approachable personality Basic knowledge of automotive parts and products (training provided) Excellent communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy in handling transactions Ability to work as part of a team and independently About the Company Genuine Parts Company, known for its Repco brand, is a leader in the automotive aftermarket parts market. With recognition across Australia and New Zealand, our company values quality, expertise, and knowledge. As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to learn and develop within a supportive environment. Apply Today Repco Hornby is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their friendly and fun team. Apply now for this part-time position that offers great staff discounts and career development opportunities. To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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