Auto Parts Store General Manager — Lead Growth & Team

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. seeks a General Manager to inspire the team, drive sales and uphold service standards across the store. You will oversee operations, grow Professional Customer relationships, and manage a diverse team to meet financial targets.

The role requires 50–55 hours per week, with 11-hour shifts, rotating nights and weekends, and potential additional hours for staffing and business needs. Strong English and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience managing a team of 10–20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment.
• Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.

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 mgmt., 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 mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
• Ability to lead change management
• Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both Customers and Team Members
• Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.
• Assist District/Region in other functions upon request

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationships

Sales targets

Team management

Communication

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

POS systems

Job description

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. seeks a General Manager to inspire the team, drive sales and uphold service standards across the store. You will oversee operations, grow Professional Customer relationships, and manage a diverse team to meet financial targets.

The role requires 50–55 hours per week, with 11-hour shifts, rotating nights and weekends, and potential additional hours for staffing and business needs. Strong English and MS Office skills are essential.