Assistant Store Manager

Genuine Parts Company; Maplewood (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the auto parts industry is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Maplewood, Minnesota. This role is essential for enhancing customer service and store performance. The ideal candidate will have a passion for automotive care, leadership experience, and a commitment to community engagement. Join us to drive success in a dynamic retail environment!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off including vacation and personal days

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive after-market service industry.
• Ability to lift 60lbs in some situations.
• Customer-centric attitude essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to maximize sales and customer service.
• Manage store operations and initiatives.
• Drive improvements in processes and customer relationships.

Skills

Customer care

Team leadership

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or trade school courses

Job description

Imagine the position to use your automotive or customer service expertise with both our wholesale and retail customers on a daily basis, serve as a leader to your teammates, and lead NAPA to be the dominant parts supplier in the market. If this sounds like you, NAPA is looking for a passionate Assistant Store Manager. This is the right opportunity for you if you:

Responsibilities

• Enjoy creating a superior customer service experience to achieve maximum market penetration, drive store growth, increase sales and profitability
• Know how to provide daily leadership and create and sustain a culture of employee engagement
• Know the importance of partnering with your teammates in order to drive company owned store initiatives
• Care about people and profit
• Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career the opportunities are endless!
• A Day in the life:
• Lead a successful team, support the store manager, and manage in our fast-paced retail stores
• Manage store operations to maximize sales, profits and customer service
• Build, coach, train and engage crew team to deliver superior levels of customer care and business results
• Inventory protection, asset management, operational and safety issues
• Overall cleanliness and readiness of delivery vehicles, sales floor, stock room and outside areas
• Drive NAPA operational and marketing programs while steering toward continuous improvement in processes and procedures
• Grow customer relationships, help with sales/service questions, and ensure a positive experience both in the store and on the phone

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical or trade school courses or degree completion
• Experience in the automotive after-market service industry or hobby/DIY world, or at least the willingness to learn all things automotive
• Passion for delivering customer care and building long term relationships
• Thrive off of working in a very fast paced and complex environment
• Knowledge of cataloging and/or inventory management systems
• Ability to lift 60lbs in some situations
• And if you have this, even better:
• Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
• Experience in a parts store, auction, retail store, auto body/collision, or fast food/restaurant/convenience store management experiencE
• Entirely customer-centric (external/internal)
• ASE Certifications
• NAPA Know How
• Why NAPA may be the right place for you:
• Outstanding health benefits and 401K
• Stable company. Fortune 200 with a family feel
• Company Culture that works hard, yet takes care of employees
• Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team

This position offers a starting hourly rate of $19.00. Many of our hourly positions have pay progression with set starting rates and you reach the top end of this range within 12 months of hire. For other positions, the starting rate will be determined based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We value the unique contributions of each team member and encourage candidates to discuss their backgrounds during the interview process.

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.

Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave

Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.

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About Us

As one the largest global auto parts networks worldwide, our Automotive Group is a critical part of our organization. It services our customers across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. In North America, over 500,000 parts are sold under the NAPA brand name, and they’re widely recognized for their quality parts, quality service, and knowledgeable representatives. Our international supply chain provides fast, dependable, and seamless distribution of parts to our retail stores and customers.