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At NAPA, we are driving the future of the auto parts industry with unmatched service and innovative solutions. Our passionate sales team is at the heart of our success, dedicated to building strong relationships and providing exceptional service. Join us and be part of a dynamic company where your sales expertise will accelerate growth and keep Canada moving, every day.
Job DescriptionThe Account Development Specialist is the image, face, and voice of NAPA. You are accountable for building and maintaining quality business relationships with existing and new customers by implementing National, Regional and District-level sales development initiatives and promoting NAPA auto parts and programs. The ADS contributes to keeping NAPA abreast of customer behavior, competitive threats, and market trends. You will participate in the development and refinement of sales development initiatives at the district level.
This is a regular full-time position and is located in Cobourg / Port Hope Ontario.
Salary Range: $56,100 – $70,100 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a competitive salary with a range of attractive benefits and corporate discounts. Also, we offer training throughout your career to support and guide your professional development.
Specific responsibilities are:
- Call on installers to sell NAPA auto parts and programs. Collaborate with various sales teams at the regional and corporate levels
- Implement sales development plans and support District and Regional strategies and objectives re: deployment of marketing programs and promotions
- Collaborate with District Sales Manager and Store managers to develop sales development plans for growing business with existing customers in their assigned territory
- Gather market intelligence and report service or product issues to assigned store managers and district sales manager
- Make pricing recommendations on accounts and assist in collections and in ensuring accounts adhere to buying conditions.
To join our team, you need:
- 2+ years of sales, account management, or business development experience, automotive aftermarket industry is an asset
- Proven ability to build customer relationships, grow sales, and achieve targets.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Valid G driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory.
To support our recruitment process, UAP may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the preliminary screening of applications. These tools assist our recruitment teams in reviewing candidate information; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals.
UAP is a diverse community that promotes inclusion and respect. The sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, self-expression, unique capabilities and talents represents the richness of our culture. UAP is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, visible minorities and people with disabilities. By valuing a diverse workforce, we ensure that our hiring practices are fair and equitable.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of sales, account management, or business development experience
- Ability to build customer relationships, grow sales, and achieve targets
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- Valid G driver's license
- Willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory
- Automotive aftermarket industry experience
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible health and dental coverage can be tailored to individual or family needs, with flex credits that help pay premiums or fund savings. Feedback suggests the design is intended to accommodate different life situations and stages.
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Healthcare Strength — Virtual medical care, mental-health support, and a free employee assistance program complement comprehensive health coverage. Feedback suggests these resources enhance day-to-day access to care and support.
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Retirement Support — A defined-contribution pension alongside group RRSP, TFSA, and RESP options, plus access to an employee stock-purchase plan, offers multiple long-term savings pathways. Feedback suggests these programs are a meaningful component of the total rewards mix.
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What We Do
UAP Inc. is Canada's leading distributor and merchandiser of automotive parts, replacement accessories, and tools for cars, trucks, and heavy vehicles. Founded in 1926, the company serves a wide range of sectors, including the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, and forest industries. A wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), it operates nationwide across Canada.







