How to open your auto parts store

Sale of auto parts is considered a profitable and profitable type of business - the number of car owners is growing steadily, and cars often need repairs. But competition in this market niche is quite high, so you need to carefully calculate everything.

Instruction manual

1

You will need to find a suitable room - it is desirable that the warehouse and trade sector are close by in order to reduce transportation costs. Look among the finished buildings, while focusing on the terrain - it will be good if your store is located on one of the major highways within the city, far from potential competitors. Immediately lay down the necessary amount for the repair of the retail space.

2

Explore the auto parts market. You need to find out which lines are in great demand, whether there are orders for exclusive goods - do a little marketing research.

3

Decide on the form of doing business - if you work only with individuals, it is more profitable to arrange an individual business. When planning to supply equipment for enterprises, you will need to open an LLC for simplicity and transparency of mutual settlements.

4

Get all the necessary permissions and complete the paperwork of the store. All certificates and permits must be obtained before you open your doors to first buyers.

5

Buy trade equipment. You need convenient display cases, racks, racks for advertising equipment, a cash register, work computers for managers. Make all the necessary communications - phone, Internet, so that your employees can quickly process orders.

6

Assortment of goods form depending on demand. Start with inexpensive spare parts that will allow you to establish initial turnovers - study potential suppliers, establish contacts with them, get the best prices and delivery conditions. It is advantageous to work with two or three large suppliers who can provide preferential terms, provide advertising materials, support discounts and bonuses. All the rest can be considered as suppliers for one-time orders of exclusive goods.

7

Pick up staff. You will need consultant managers, a cashier, movers, accountant, purchasing manager and store director. At first, you can reduce the staff a bit by endowing one employee with several responsibilities - with the increase in trade volumes you will open additional vacancies.

8

Start advertising using marketing moves - low prices, discount system, promotions, etc.