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Part-Time Retail Assistant

Genuine Parts Company · Morrinsville, Waikato

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Fit summary

Strong fit if you want flexible hours in automotive/industrial retail, enjoy practical customer help, and can work accurately with inventory in a non-remote, in-store role for a large global parts group.

Day in the role

As a part-time retail assistant for Genuine Parts Company in Morrinsville, expect customer-facing work in a parts or trade counter setting: greeting walk-ins, looking up stock, picking and packing orders, processing sales, and keeping shelves tidy. Shifts often mix quiet periods with busy trade peaks; accuracy on part numbers and polite, practical help for DIYers and trade customers matter more than deep technical repair skills at this level.

Skills to emphasize

Build retail basics first: product lookup, till accuracy, stock rotation, and clear customer communication. Next, learn common automotive categories (filters, brakes, fluids) and how trade accounts differ from retail. Formal certs are not required for this listing; on-the-job product knowledge is the main lever.

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What does Genuine Parts Company do?

GPC distributes automotive and industrial parts worldwide; well-known brands include NAPA Auto Parts and Motion. See Wikipedia.

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for Morrinsville, Waikato, as in-person part-time retail support.

Are certifications required?

None are specified for this posting; product familiarity and customer service skills are the practical priorities.

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 Morrinsville — Genuine Parts Company, Morrinsville, Waikato About the Role This part-time position at Repco Morrinsville offers a flexible schedule with hours from Sunday 10am-4pm and Monday 8am-5pm, totaling 14.5 hours per week. As a Retail Assistant, you'll join a friendly and supportive team where you can learn and develop your skills in the automotive aftermarket parts industry. Work with one of New Zealand's leading brands Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the automotive sector Enjoy staff discounts on Repco products What You'll Do In this role, you will: Assist customers with their queries and needs in a friendly environment Stock shelves and maintain store displays Process transactions accurately and efficiently Participate in team activities to ensure a smooth operation of the store Qualifications No formal qualifications are required for this role, but we do look for candidates with: A positive and enthusiastic attitude towards customer service Basic knowledge of automotive parts or a willingness to learn Strong communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy in work More About Genuine Parts Company Genuine Parts Company, known as Repco in New Zealand, is a leader in the automotive aftermarket parts market. Our brand is recognized for its quality, expertise, and knowledge. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with one of the biggest brands in the automotive industry. Apply Today To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Join us and become part of a team that values learning and development while providing excellent customer service.

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