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Automotive Parts Salesperson - How to get into this job

Kaihoko Wāhanga Waka

Entry Requirements

Although there are no specific educational requirements for becoming an automative parts salesperson, School Certificate or NCEA equivalent English and maths is helpful.

 

Relevant courses

Training on the job

Automotive parts salespeople can complete the National Certificate in Automotive Parts and Accessories Merchandising by training on the job. 

They can also complete the certificate  through the New Zealand Motor Industry Training Organisation (MITO).

Further information about apprenticeships for people aged 16 to 21 years old, can be found on the Modern Apprenticeships website.

 

Useful Experience

Experience assembling vehicles, repairing and wrecking vehicles or retail selling is useful  for automotive parts salespeople.

 

Chris Sawtell.

"Having some retail experience is very helpful. Sales skills are important because you need to work with customers and get them interested in your products."

Chris Sawtell - Car parts salesperson

 
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Updated August 2008
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