Auto Parts Store Manager # 164

Replacement Parts, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Store Manager to lead operations in a bustling auto parts retail environment. This role involves overseeing sales and profitability, managing a team of associates, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auto parts, along with management experience, to drive sales growth and maintain high standards of service. If you're passionate about the automotive industry and ready to take on a leadership position, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values dedication and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2+ years of auto parts experience required.
• Management experience and ASE certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise store operations and manage sales and profitability.
• Provide exceptional customer service and direct sales activities.
• Hire, train, and evaluate store personnel.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Management

Inventory Management

Cold Calling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Management Experience

ASE Certifications

Job description

0164 Baton Rouge - Indust, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, February 7, 2025 at 6:00 AM

The Store Manager is responsible for sales and profitability of the store and directly supervises associates in a Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts retail store. Duties include management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties. The Store Manager also provides over-the-counter direct sales to customers, takes orders in-person and by phone, and supports the overall success of store operations through promotion of sales programs and other customer and team-related activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory taking, reconciling cash receipts, or in performing services for customers.
• Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods, calling on and visiting customers as required by the needs of the business or assigned by your District Manager.
• Responsible for generating new sales accounts by cold calling and visiting potential customers.
• Grow store profits with current customers by suggesting new products and promotions.
• Maintain and submit call logs as required by the District Manager.
• Accurately inventory, stock, and reorder when inventory drops to a specified level.
• Instruct staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales.
• Assign employees to specific duties.
• Hire, train, and evaluate personnel in stores, promoting, disciplining, and terminating workers when appropriate.
• Ensure responsiveness to requests and compliance with company policies.
• Run the store in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Perform work activities of subordinates, such as cleaning and organizing shelves and displays and selling merchandise.
• Attend virtual and in-person meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises 2-25 employees in the store. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); at least 2 years of auto parts experience; management experience preferred; ASE certifications preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

A valid driver's license with good driving record (Class E license is required for Missouri locations)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Employment at Replacement Parts, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. Replacement Parts, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. *This is a Safety Sensitive position due to the use of heavy equipment, moving conveyors and hazardous material.

0164 Baton Rouge - Indust, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America