Assistant Store Leader - Sales & Operations

AutoZone; Rayville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

401(k) with company match

Job summary

AutoZone is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, energize team performance, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will lead with strong communication, ensure WOW!

customer service, and maintain efficient store processes in the absence of the Store Manager. We value integrity, a customer‑centric mindset, and the ability to reconcile financials while managing inventory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Basic automotive parts knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience with strong communication, decision-making, and sales-driving skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments while driving operational excellence and team engagement.
• Capable of fostering a positive work culture focused on development and results.
• Proficient in managing, analyzing, and reconciling Profit & Loss statements.
• Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise with attention to safety and accuracy.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: assist the Store Manager in recruiting, supervising, scheduling, training, and developing staff.
• Communication Excellence: ensure clear, positive interactions with employees and customers.
• Metrics Mindedness & Sales Growth: help meet sales targets and optimize inventory and cash flow.
• Structure & Process Orientation: oversee store operations in the manager's absence.
• Customer Service Leadership: ensure WOW! service and resolve concerns proactively.
• Operational Efficiency: drive productivity and maintain clean, merchandised store.
• Risk & Safety Compliance: enforce PPE and overall safety practices.
• Financial Oversight: assist in budgeting, analyze P&L, monitor expenses.

Skills

Leadership & Team Development

Communication Excellence

Metrics Mindedness & Sales Growth

Structure & Process Orientation

Customer Service Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Risk & Safety Compliance

Financial Oversight

Job description

AutoZone is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to support daily store operations, energize team performance, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will lead with strong communication, ensure WOW!

customer service, and maintain efficient store processes in the absence of the Store Manager. We value integrity, a customer‑centric mindset, and the ability to reconcile financials while managing inventory and safety standards.