Automotive Retail General Manager: Lead & Grow

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Merrick (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sales commission

Health benefits

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts Inc. in Merrick, NY seeks a General Manager to lead store operations, drive sales, and manage Professional Customer relationships. The role demands analyzing P&L, coaching Team Members, and ensuring outstanding customer service.

You will coordinate hiring, training, scheduling, inventory control, and compliance with safety and company policies, while delivering store profitability and growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; a bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• Experience in retail management preferred.
• Ability to lead teams and manage store operations.

Responsibilities

• Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives.
• Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships and sales.
• Selection, hiring, development, performance mgmt., coaching and scheduling of team members.
• Ensure execution of inventory and operational standards.
• Coach team members to deliver on customer expectations (DIY and Professional).
• Manager on duty responsibilities and safety/compliance duties.
• Lead change management and foster a diverse, respectful environment.

Skills

English communication

Customer relationship management

Leadership

Retail experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in business or related area (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Advance Auto Parts Inc. in Merrick, NY seeks a General Manager to lead store operations, drive sales, and manage Professional Customer relationships. The role demands analyzing P&L, coaching Team Members, and ensuring outstanding customer service.

You will coordinate hiring, training, scheduling, inventory control, and compliance with safety and company policies, while delivering store profitability and growth.