New Jersey Motorsports Park · Millville, NJ

ROBERTO
MARTINEZ

Apex Pro Shop Manager

Managing the premier motorsports retail experience at NJMP's Apex Pro Shop — where passion for racing meets expertise built across years on the track.

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5+
Years at NJMP
7
Roles Held
2
Track Circuits
Laps Witnessed

The APEX
Pro Shop

As Apex Pro Shop Manager at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Roberto oversees the full retail and customer-facing operations of NJMP's premier on-site shop. This is a direct internal promotion — earned through years of hands-on experience across nearly every department on property.


The Apex Pro Shop is the heartbeat of the NJMP fan and racer experience. From fire suits and helmets to event merchandise and accessories, Roberto ensures every customer leaves with exactly what they need — and the knowledge to back it up.


With a background spanning race control, technical inspection, karting, maintenance, and pit operations, Roberto brings an unmatched depth of product knowledge and track-side credibility to the role.

01
Internal Promotion
Elevated to Pro Shop Manager from within — a direct recognition of commitment, institutional knowledge, and multi-role mastery across the NJMP organization.
02
Retail Operations Lead
Full ownership of shop operations including inventory management, merchandising, vendor relations, and daily sales performance at the Apex Pro Shop.
03
Customer Experience
Brings real track expertise to every customer interaction — advising drivers and enthusiasts on gear, safety equipment, and motorsports products with genuine authority.
04
Team Leadership
Manages and mentors pro shop staff, maintaining a high-performance team environment aligned with NJMP's standards for professionalism and customer service.

What I DO

01🏪
Shop Operations

Manage all daily retail operations including opening/closing, POS systems, cash handling, and ensuring the shop is race-ready every event day.

02📦
Inventory Control

Oversee purchasing, stock levels, vendor relationships, and restocking cadence to keep the shop fully equipped for race weekends and special events.

03🪖
Gear Advisory

Guide customers on helmets, fire suits, harnesses, and safety equipment — with real inspection experience behind every recommendation.

04🤝
Customer Service

Build lasting relationships with drivers, track day participants, and motorsports enthusiasts — turning visitors into loyal NJMP regulars.

05📣
Event Coordination

Align shop promotions, merchandise drops, and activations with NJMP's race calendar and major events alongside marketing and ops teams.

06👥
Staff Management

Train, schedule, and lead pro shop staff — building a knowledgeable, professional team that reflects the quality and energy of the NJMP brand.

NJMP JOURNEY

2025 — PRESENT
Apex Pro Shop Manager
New Jersey Motorsports Park · Millville, NJ

Internal promotion overseeing retail operations, team management, inventory, and customer experience at the Apex Pro Shop.

2025
Chief Technical Inspector
New Jersey Motorsports Park

Led technical inspections for HPDE events, Drivers Club days, and test days — enforcing NJ Chapter 62 regulations and safety standards before being promoted to Pro Shop Manager.

2024
Karting Supervisor
New Jersey Motorsports Park

Managed all karting operations, equipment safety inspections, customer briefings, and session scheduling.

2022 — 2025
Race Control & Chief Corner Marshal
New Jersey Motorsports Park

Operated the nerve center of race-day operations — managing surveillance, timing systems, incident response, and a full team of corner workers across the circuit.

2020 — 2024
Maintenance Crew & Fuel Attendant
New Jersey Motorsports Park

Supported track operations, surface maintenance, barrier setup, and fueling during high-profile events including MotoAmerica championships.

SKILLS & TOOLS

Retail & Pro Shop Management95%
Customer Service & Sales93%
Motorsports Product Knowledge98%
Inventory & Vendor Relations90%
Team Leadership & Training91%
IT & Technical Troubleshooting93%

Competencies

Race Safety GearHelmets & SuitsPOS SystemsEvent MerchandisingVendor NegotiationStaff SchedulingTechnical InspectionHPDE OperationsRace ControlFlag ProceduresCustomer RelationsTrack SafetyKarting OpsNetwork SecurityIT SupportEvent LogisticsConflict ResolutionNJ Ch. 62 Regs

EDUCATION

B.S. · Computer & Network Security
Wilmington University
Certificate in Digital Evidence Investigation
Certificate in Digital Evidence Discovery
2019 — 2022
A.A.S. · Network Management
Cumberland County College
Associate of Applied Science in Network Systems Management
2015 — 2019
Certificate
Cumberland County Technical School
Computer Repair and Networking

Dean's List — Spring 2018
People's Choice Award — 2013
2015

GET IN TOUCH

Whether you're a driver looking for the right gear, a brand interested in partnering with NJMP, or a future team member — reach out.

NJMP
New Jersey Motorsports Park

8000 Dividing Creek Rd, Millville, NJ 08332
Home of Thunderbolt & Lightning Raceway — two world-class circuits hosting professional and amateur motorsport all season long.

Thunderbolt Raceway Lightning Raceway Karting Center Apex Pro Shop