CARQUEST Company Culture
CARQUEST Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.5/5
CARQUEST's Overall Culture is rated D
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Environment
CMeetings
D+Executive Team
DManager
DPerks & Benefits
DCARQUEST CEO
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
56 /100
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Diversity at CARQUEST
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-35
CARQUEST employees are -35% more likely to recommend CARQUEST as a great place to work
| 24% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 17% | Passives |
| 59% | Detractors |
Working at CARQUEST
Working at CARQUEST is rated below average by 77 employees, across various culture dimensions. CARQUEST employees rate Environment highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Retention have the most room for improvement, putting CARQUEST’s culture in the Bottom 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Roanoke, VA. See below in detail how working at CARQUEST was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at CARQUEST
D
Overall Company Culture at CARQUEST is rated D
Last updated months ago
Bottom
15%
CARQUEST ranks in the Bottom 15% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
CARQUEST Employee Reviews
Out of 35 CARQUEST employee reviews, 69% were positive. The remaining 31% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping CARQUEST improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 69% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 31% |
Positive Reviews From CARQUEST Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Quick and easy just quick rundown and that was it
- What makes you most happy at work?Co workers are the best
- What do you like best about the leadership team?They don't act bossy or rude, they work with and explain the steps to do things right.
Constructive Feedback From CARQUEST Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Being fair to all employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Compassion and understanding when it comes to bereavement for employees, customer service and the way employers talk to employees.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Experience and expectations, great worker No advancement available
CARQUEST Company Information
CARQUEST Company Overview
Carquest Auto Parts is an American automotive parts distribution network.
CARQUEST Mission, Vision & Values
CARQUEST Mission Statement
As a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, Advance Auto Parts understands that our corporate responsibilities go far beyond providing great products and excellent customer service
CARQUEST Vision Statement
By way of the Advance Cares program, Advance Auto Parts is an active community partner. Guided by the Advance Values-Inspire, Serve and Grow-our charitable efforts focus on three key areas: Health, Disaster Relief, and Military and Civilians in Need
CARQUEST Values
- Inspire
- Serve
- Grow
| Headquarter | 5008 Airport Road Roanoke, VA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.carquest.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1974 |
| Company Status | Private |
CARQUEST Competitors
CARQUEST competitors include TrueCar, Edmunds.com, AutoZone, and WORLDPAC. CARQUEST ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how CARQUEST compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
CARQUEST Employees
77 employees at CARQUEST have reviewed CARQUEST across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 77 CARQUEST employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at CARQUEST are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at CARQUEST, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at CARQUEST are not very pleased with their team. 77 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at CARQUEST are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at CARQUEST believe the environment at CARQUEST is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at CARQUEST is comfortably fast. About 83% of the employees at CARQUEST work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at CARQUEST are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining CARQUEST - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Roanoke, VA about their company is that it was very unprepared on their first day. Roanoke, VA employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 46% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
CARQUEST KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no CARQUEST employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand CARQUEST's KPIs and OKRs.
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CARQUEST CEO & Leadership
CARQUEST CEO
56 /100
is generally unpopular with CARQUEST employees, but ranks especially low with employees with 1 to 3 Years experience. However, employees in the Sales department have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to CARQUEST’s competitors, ranks below both WORLDPAC CEO Robert Cushing and AutoZone CEO William Rhodes.
CARQUEST Leadership
The CARQUEST Executive Team is rated a “D”
Ken Bush Senior Vice President, Merchandising / Marketing
Ken Bush serves as the Senior Vice President, Merchandising / Marketing of CARQUEST.
Mike Creed Vice President, Operations
Mike Creed serves as the Vice President, Operations of CARQUEST.
Robert Gomez Division Vice Presideny
Robert Gomez serves as the Division Vice Presideny of CARQUEST.
Bill Gruenthal Division Vice President Operations
Bill Gruenthal serves as the Division Vice President Operations of CARQUEST.
William Gruenthal Division VP Store GROUP
William Gruenthal serves as the Division VP Store GROUP of CARQUEST.
Tru Hall VP National Accounts
Tru Hall serves as the VP National Accounts of CARQUEST.
Don Kohlbeck VP-Stores
Don Kohlbeck serves as the VP-Stores of CARQUEST.
Scott Krinsky Vice President National Accounts
Scott Krinsky serves as the Vice President National Accounts of CARQUEST.
Dale Lyon Division Vice President
Dale Lyon serves as the Division Vice President of CARQUEST.
CARQUEST Salaries
How much does CARQUEST pay?
How much do people at CARQUEST get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at CARQUEST is $129,746, or $62 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $128,412, or $61 per hour.
At CARQUEST, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $228,721 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $46,870 annually. Average CARQUEST salaries by department include: IT at $110,059, Engineering at $141,329, Finance at $91,758, and Marketing at $110,903. Half of CARQUEST salaries are above $128,412.
30 employees at CARQUEST rank their Compensation in the Bottom 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 90 ratings) while 29 employees at CARQUEST rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 29 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $74k | $74k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $101k | $101k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $123k | $123k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $185k | $185k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $239k | $239k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $271k | $271k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $303k | $303k | 100th Percentile |
$129,746*
Average Compensation
$128,412*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
CARQUEST Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at CARQUEST
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at CARQUEST across various culture dimensions.
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CARQUEST Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
CARQUEST PTO
CARQUEST PTO policy is a critical component of the benefits package offered to employees.
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding CARQUEST
What is CARQUEST address?
CARQUEST location is at 5008 Airport Road
What is CARQUEST eNPS?
The eNPS for CARQUEST is -35
What is the salary for Marketing Manager in CARQUEST?
Marketing Manager average salary in the US is 116k
What are the salaries in the Engineering in CARQUEST?
The average salaries for Engineering in CARQUEST is 141k
Who are CARQUEST competitors?
CARQUEST main competitors are TrueCar, Edmunds.com, AutoZone, WORLDPAC
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