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Advance Auto Parts

Automotive aftermarket parts retailer

General Manager

Retail Store ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoucherville, QC, CanadaIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have 2–3 years of experience managing a team of 10–20 team members in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
  • Have successful experience managing profitability and demonstrated financial and business acumen.
  • Have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); a bachelor's degree in business or a related area is preferred.
  • Have a valid driver's license.
  • Be able to become ASE P2 certified or have ASE-ready equivalent; ASE certification is preferred but not required.
  • Have working knowledge of automotive systems; this is preferred.
  • Speak and write English. Spanish is a plus.
  • Use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively; PowerPoint is preferred.
  • Be able to calculate discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percentage.
  • Be able to review and analyze business reports, including profit and loss statements.
  • Be able to hold others accountable, inspect work quality, and provide feedback.
  • Be able to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Be able to walk or stand predominantly, talk and hear, handle objects, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
  • Be able to work mostly indoors and occasionally outdoors in varying weather, with occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, heights, hazardous chemicals, electrical shock, explosives, and vibration.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the assigned store's results and assets, including cash, inventory, vehicles, fixtures and displays, operating expenses, and payroll, to meet established goals.
  • Manage customer and store staff relationships professionally.
  • Hire, train, and lead a professional team supporting store operations.
  • Drive sales growth and cost management, including managing payroll, accounts receivable, and other expenses within budget.
  • Lead territory sales and in-store operations to implement promotions and achieve or exceed profit goals.
  • Delegate tasks and complete projects.
  • Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives.
  • Manage and grow professional customer relationships and sales, including building action plans and holding the team accountable for executing them.
  • Select, hire, develop, manage performance, coach, schedule, and engage store team members.
  • Ensure execution of inventory and operational standards.
  • Coach team members to meet DIY and professional customer expectations.
  • Perform manager-on-duty duties, including team check-ins and coaching, floor and phone management, task assignment and follow-up, safety, and opening and closing duties.
  • Lead change management and foster a respectful environment for customers and team members.
  • Provide DIY services, including battery installation and testing and wiper installation.
  • Assist the district or region with other functions upon request.
  • Locate and stock parts.
  • Execute and train on project and product quality recommendations.
  • Source parts from special orders, FDO, second sources, and other sources.
  • Execute and train store processes, procedures, DIY testing and diagnostic equipment, inventory systems, store equipment, point-of-sale systems, and parts lookup systems.
  • Review and analyze profit and loss statements.
  • Recruit, select, hire, and develop team members.
  • Build and grow relationships with professional customers.

Desired Qualifications

  • Spanish language ability.
  • Working knowledge of automotive systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related area.
  • ASE certification.

About the Company

Advance Auto Parts

Automotive aftermarket parts retailer

Advance Auto Parts supplies automotive aftermarket parts and accessories to both professional installers and DIY customers through thousands of stores in North America. Its product lineup includes replacement parts, maintenance items, and car accessories for cars, vans, and light trucks, sold in-store and online with staff guidance to help customers select the right parts. The company differs from many competitors through its extensive store network, broad product assortment, and ability to serve both professional businesses and individual customers with knowledgeable service and a nationwide distribution and retail model. Its goal is to be the preferred source for auto parts by offering a wide selection, convenient locations, and expert customer assistance.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Founded
1932

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