Automotive Retail Store Leader

AutoZone; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

In-store discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

AutoZone is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in Dalton, GA to energize teams and drive WOW! customer service. You will support daily store operations, recruit and develop staff, and lead efforts to meet sales targets while maintaining accurate inventory and safe, engaging store conditions.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a customer-first mindset in a fast-paced retail environment. ASE certification is preferred, and evening/weekend hours are common.

Qualifications

• Basic automotive parts knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience with strong communication, decision-making, and sales-driving skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments while driving operational excellence and team engagement.
• Capable of fostering a positive work culture focused on development and results.
• Proficient in managing, analyzing, and reconciling Profit & Loss statements.
• Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise with attention to safety and accuracy.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Store Manager in recruiting, supervising, scheduling, training, and developing store personnel to maintain a high-performance team.
• Ensure clear and effective communication with employees and customers, fostering a positive, engaging environment.
• Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory levels, and optimize cash flow to drive store performance.
• Take responsibility for store operations, ensuring efficient workflows and compliance with company standards in the absence of the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager.
• Ensure customers receive WOW! service, resolve concerns proactively, and transform complaints into positive experiences.
• Lead initiatives to maximize productivity and training while maintaining clean, organized store merchandising and safety standards.
• Enforce PPE use, promote workplace safety, and assist in risk management activities.
• Support budgeting efforts, analyze P&L statements, and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sales skills

Integrity

Team building

Spanish

English

Education

ASE Certification

Job description

AutoZone is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in Dalton, GA to energize teams and drive WOW! customer service. You will support daily store operations, recruit and develop staff, and lead efforts to meet sales targets while maintaining accurate inventory and safe, engaging store conditions.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a customer-first mindset in a fast-paced retail environment. ASE certification is preferred, and evening/weekend hours are common.