Auto Store General Manager: Growth & Leadership

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a General Manager to inspire the team, grow professional customer relationships, and drive store profitability with integrity.

The role supports both DIY and professional customers, leveraging automotive knowledge and store systems to execute action plans and achieve financial targets. The GM will lead staffing, coaching, scheduling and performance management, while ensuring inventory and service standards are maintained; a dynamic retail environment and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 team members in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• ASE certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work 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 mgmt., coaching, scheduling and engagement of store Team Members.
• Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.
• Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties).
• Ability to lead change management.
• Ensure execution of inventory and operational standards.
• Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer focus

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

ASE certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

POS systems

Job description

Advance Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a General Manager to inspire the team, grow professional customer relationships, and drive store profitability with integrity.

The role supports both DIY and professional customers, leveraging automotive knowledge and store systems to execute action plans and achieve financial targets. The GM will lead staffing, coaching, scheduling and performance management, while ensuring inventory and service standards are maintained; a dynamic retail environment and