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Full-time
2-5

Account Development Specialist

11/27/2025

The Account Development Specialist is responsible for building and maintaining quality business relationships with existing and new customers. This role involves implementing sales development initiatives and promoting NAPA auto parts and programs.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
UAP is the Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. We employ more than 5,000 individuals who work hard every day to build a recognized and reputable company. UAP is a member of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) family, an international service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The Company serves numerous customers in various sectors and has approximately 55,000 employees. Two divisions, one priority—excellence With outlets across Canada, UAP is organized into two main divisions: • The Auto Parts Division, which is mainly involved in the sale, distribution and marketing of replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks • The Heavy Vehicle Parts Division, which caters mainly to the needs of the trucking and construction sectors, as well as the mining and forest industries
About the Role

Company Description

Be part of a community of authentic, proud and trusted people

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 Description

The 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 Richmond Hill, ON.

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.

Qualifications

To join our team, you need:

  • At least 2 years of sales experience
  • Exceptional customer service skills, consistently exceeding the expectations of both internal and external customers
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Valid G Class driver’s license

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Additional Information

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.  

Key Skills
Sales ExperienceCustomer ServiceCommunicationMarket IntelligenceRelationship BuildingPricing Recommendations
Categories
SalesCustomer Service & SupportMarketing
Benefits
Competitive SalaryAttractive BenefitsCorporate DiscountsTraining
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