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Parts Salesperson

Operational-level

Also known as: Appliance Parts Counter Clerk, Automotive Parts Clerk (Auto Parts Clerk), Automotive Parts Counter Associate (Auto Parts Counter Associate), Automotive Parts Counter Person (Auto Parts Counter Person)

Sales, Marketing & CommsBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Sell spare and replacement parts and equipment in repair shop or parts store.
Parts SalesAutomotive PartsRetail SalesTechnical SalesInventory ManagementSalesCustomer ServiceBusinessTechnicalMarketing

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAP software
In-demand software
Inventory control system softwareInventory management systemsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Word

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Projected growth

+3%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

30,000

per year (US)

Jobs today

273,300

in 2025 → 281,600 (2035)

Typical entry education

No formal educational credential

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Moderate
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

This field maintains steady employment levels with consistent demand. Job opportunities remain available with moderate competition.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will likely automate routine tasks for parts salespeople, such as inventory checks, order processing, and providing basic part recommendations through AI-powered systems. This shift will enable them to focus more on complex problem-solving, specialized technical advice, and building deeper customer relationships, requiring them to adapt to more consultative roles.

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Salary

$38,630

Median annual wage, BLS 2025

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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