Automotive Retail Store Leader – Growth & Ops

AutoZone, Inc.; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoZone, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily store operations, energize the team, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will coach associates, manage inventory, protect store profitability, and deliver WOW! customer service.

The role emphasizes leadership, clear communication, and compliance with safety standards, with responsibility for scheduling, training, and ensuring a positive, high-performing store culture.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team development experience.
• Strong communication with employees and customers.
• Ability to drive sales growth while maintaining inventory accuracy.
• P&L awareness and financial oversight capability.
• Commitment to safety and PPE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in recruiting, supervising, scheduling, training, and developing staff to maintain a high-performance team.
• Ensure clear and effective communication with employees and customers.
• Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory, and optimize cash flow to drive store performance.
• Ensure efficient workflows and compliance with company standards in the absence of the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager.
• Provide WOW! customer service, proactively resolve concerns, and transform complaints into positive experiences.
• Lead initiatives to maximize productivity, train staff, and retain high-performing employees while maintaining store merchandising and cleanliness.
• Enforce PPE use, promote workplace safety, and assist in risk management activities.
• Support budgeting efforts and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Communication

Sales Growth

Inventory Management

P&L Analysis

Safety Compliance

Job description

AutoZone, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead daily store operations, energize the team, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will coach associates, manage inventory, protect store profitability, and deliver WOW! customer service.

The role emphasizes leadership, clear communication, and compliance with safety standards, with responsibility for scheduling, training, and ensuring a positive, high-performing store culture.