General Manager II - Store 6391 at Advance Auto Parts

Florence, Alabama, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive RetailIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree in business or related area preferred
Valid driver’s license
ASE certification preferred, but not required; ability to become ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 team members in a fast-paced, highly dynamic retail environment
Successful experience managing profitability with proven financial and business acumen
Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
Calculate figures such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as P&L statements
Ability to work 50-55 hours per week minimum (5-6 days, 11-hour shifts, rotating nights/weekends, plus additional hours as needed)

Responsibilities

Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing Customer action plans
Select, hire, develop, performance manage, coach, schedule, and engage store Team Members
Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)
Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone management, task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Lead change management
Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for Customers and Team Members
Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc
Assist District/Region in other functions upon request
Execute and train project and product quality recommendations
Advanced parts lookup and sourcing from numerous places (special order, FDO, second source, etc.)
Execute and train all store operational processes, procedures, testing, and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
Execute and train inventory systems and store equipment
Execute and train POS and parts lookup systems
Recruit, select, hire, and develop quality Team Members
Build and grow relationships with Professional Customers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

sales managementteam leadershipcustomer relationship managementinventory managementperformance managementcoachingchange managementDIY automotive servicebattery installationwiper installation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work schedule like for this General Manager role?

The position requires a minimum of 50-55 hours per week excluding meal breaks, with an average schedule of 5-6 days a week, 11-hour shifts including rotating nights and weekends, and an hour for lunch. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the General Manager role?

Essential skills include working knowledge of automotive systems, ability to speak and write English effectively, friendly communication, safety knowledge, advanced parts lookup and sourcing, and the ability to recruit, develop, and coach team members.

What is the company culture like for General Managers at Advance Auto Parts?

The culture emphasizes inspiring teams, embracing diversity, fostering a respectful environment for customers and team members, leading change management, and growing the business with integrity.

What makes a strong candidate for this General Manager position?

Strong candidates demonstrate the ability to achieve sales goals, manage and grow professional customer relationships, coach team members on customer expectations and operational processes, and possess automotive parts knowledge with leadership skills.