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Advance Auto Parts

Automotive aftermarket parts retailer

Assistant General Manager

Retail Store ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAustin, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Ability to review and analyze profit and loss statements.
  • Ability to provide a GAS3 selling experience for do-it-yourself and do-it-for-me customers.
  • Ability to achieve personal and store sales goals and service objectives.
  • Ability to manage do-it-yourself services, including battery installation and testing, and wiper installations.
  • Ability to maintain customer service standards, promptly handle product and operational complaints, and ensure operational standards.
  • Ability to perform manager-on-duty responsibilities, including coaching, floor and phone management, task assignment and completion, safety, and opening and closing duties.
  • Ability to participate in the weekly scheduling process.
  • Ability to locate and stock parts.
  • Knowledge of safety practices, automotive parts, and automotive systems.
  • ASE P2 certification or equivalent readiness; certification is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to execute and train advanced solution, project, and product quality recommendations.
  • Ability to source products from multiple places, including special orders, FDO, and second sources.
  • Ability to execute and train store operational processes and procedures, and use testing and diagnostic equipment for do-it-yourself services.
  • Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment.
  • Ability to execute and train point-of-sale and parts lookup systems.
  • Working knowledge of automotive systems is preferred.
  • Ability to speak and write English; Spanish is a plus.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint is preferred.
  • Ability to calculate discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percentages.
  • Ability to review and analyze business reports, including profit and loss statements.
  • Ability to hold others accountable, inspect work quality, and give feedback.
  • Availability to work a variety of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
  • Two to three years of experience managing a team of 10 to 20 team members in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Successful experience managing profitability, with financial and business acumen.
  • High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

  • Achieve personal and store sales goals and service objectives.
  • Manage do-it-yourself services, including battery installation and testing, and wiper installations.
  • Handle customer complaints promptly and maintain product and operational standards.
  • Carry out manager-on-duty duties, including coaching, managing the sales floor and phones, assigning and completing tasks, maintaining safety, and opening and closing the store.
  • Complete the weekly scheduling process.
  • Locate and stock parts.
  • Execute and train advanced solution, project, and product quality recommendations.
  • Source products from multiple places, including special orders, FDO, and second sources.
  • Execute and train store operational processes and procedures, including testing and diagnostic equipment for do-it-yourself services.
  • Execute and train inventory systems, store equipment, point-of-sale systems, and parts lookup systems.
  • Review and analyze profit and loss statements and other business reports.
  • Inspect work quality, hold team members accountable, and provide feedback.
  • Lift and move items up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally; perform physical activities including standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Work primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor work during battery and wiper installations and exposure to mechanical parts, chemicals, electrical hazards, explosives, vibration, and other listed workplace conditions.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in business or a related area is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of automotive systems is preferred.
  • ASE certification is preferred but not required.
  • Spanish language ability is a plus.
  • PowerPoint proficiency is preferred.

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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