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Advance Auto Parts

Automotive aftermarket parts retailer

Assistant General Manager

Retail Store ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTaylor, MI, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Knowledge of how to review and analyze profit and loss statements.
  • Ability to provide the GAS3 selling experience to 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, testing, and wiper installation.
  • Ability to ensure high standards of customer service, including prompt handling of complaints, product standards, and 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 carry out weekly scheduling.
  • Ability to locate and stock parts.
  • Safety knowledge and skills.
  • Parts and automotive systems knowledge and skills.
  • ASE P2 certification or equivalent readiness.
  • Ability to execute and train advanced solution, project, and product quality recommendations.
  • Ability to source parts from multiple sources, 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 use of inventory systems and store equipment.
  • Ability to execute and train use of point-of-sale and parts lookup systems.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers, and upper management.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively; PowerPoint is preferred.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percentage.
  • Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statements.
  • Ability to hold others accountable, inspect work quality, and give feedback.
  • Ability to work various days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
  • Two to three years of experience managing a team of 10–20 team members in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
  • Successful experience managing profitability and demonstrated financial and business acumen.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • ASE certification is not required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide the GAS3 selling experience to do-it-yourself and do-it-for-me customers.
  • Achieve personal and store sales goals and service objectives.
  • Manage do-it-yourself services, including battery installation, testing, and wiper installation.
  • Handle customer complaints promptly and ensure product and operational standards are met.
  • Perform manager-on-duty responsibilities, including coaching, floor and phone management, task assignment and completion, safety, and opening and closing duties.
  • Carry out the weekly scheduling process.
  • Locate and stock parts.
  • Execute and train advanced solution, project, and product quality recommendations.
  • Source parts from multiple sources, including special orders, FDO, and second sources.
  • Execute and train store operational processes and procedures, and use testing and diagnostic equipment for do-it-yourself services.
  • Execute and train use of inventory systems and store equipment.
  • Execute and train use of point-of-sale 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.

Desired Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of automotive systems.
  • Spanish language skills.
  • PowerPoint proficiency.
  • 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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