General Manager III - Store 8582 at Advance Auto Parts

Mobile, 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

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
High school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree in business or related area preferred)
Valid driver’s license
ASE certification preferred (or ability to become ASE P2 certified or equivalent)
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
Ability to review and analyze business reports like P&L statements
Physical ability to walk/stand predominantly, lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 100 lbs occasionally, climb, stoop, etc
Specific vision abilities: close, distance, color, depth perception, adjust focus
Ability to work assortment of days, evenings, and weekends

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
Selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling, and engagement of 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/completion, safety, open/close duties)
Lead change management
Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for Customers and Team Members
Provide DIY service (battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.)
Assist District/Region in other functions upon request

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Store ManagementSales GoalsTeam ManagementInventory ManagementCustomer ServiceHiringPerformance ManagementCoachingChange ManagementASE P2Parts LookupPOS SystemsP&L AnalysisMicrosoft WordAutomotive Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What prior experience is required for the General Manager position?

Candidates need 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 team members in a fast-paced retail environment, along with successful experience managing profitability and proven financial acumen.

What education is required for this role?

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.

Is the job remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary for the General Manager role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this General Manager position?

Strong candidates have 2-3 years managing teams of 10-20 in retail, financial acumen, ASE certification or readiness, and skills in inventory systems, parts lookup, and coaching team members.