District Manager- District 2130 Baltimore, MD

Advance Stores Company Inc (500); United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Health benefits

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a District Manager to lead multiple stores, drive district sales and profitability, and inspire a team across DIY and commercial segments. You will monitor operations, coach store leaders, and ensure exceptional customer experiences.

The role emphasizes staff development, adherence to inventory standards, and data-driven decision making. Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits accompany a market-competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing a team of 10–20 GMs in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Proven track record in meeting sales and gross margin targets in multi-unit operations.
• Experience managing profitability with strong financial and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Achieve or exceed district total sales and profitability goals.
• Ensure commercial customer retention and relationship growth.
• Hire, develop, coach and retain General Managers and Core 4 team members.
• Maintain proper staffing levels and execution of inventory and operational standards.
• Conduct store visits and create action plans to reach market potential.
• Review P&L with GMs and coach for performance.
• Communicate effectively with stores and support staff.
• Promote diversity and a respectful environment.

Skills

Retail operations knowledge

People development

Sales leadership

Customer relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in business or related area preferred

ASE certification (P2) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

What is a District Manager?

A District Manager is the senior leader in the district. The District Manager must be knowledgeable of all facets of store operations in order to successfully grow Retail and Commercial market share. Each District Manager must be committed to leading and inspiring our team, helping our DIY and Commercial customers succeed, while growing sales and profitability with integrity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Achieve or exceed district total sales and profitability goals
• Ensure commercial customer retention & relationship growth in the market
• Selection, hiring, development, goal setting, performance mgmt., coaching, engagement and retention of General Managers and Core 4 team members
• Ensure proper staffing levels throughout the district
• Ensure execution of all inventory & operational standards within the district
• Conduct regular store visits providing action plans to achieve full market potential.
• Teach business acumen by review of profit and loss statement with GM's
• Communicate effectively and appropriately to stores and support staff
• Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both customers and team members

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist region/area in other functions upon request

Success Factors

• Knowledge of store operations and processes
• ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
• Ability to recruit, select, hire and develop quality General Managers and ensure same for Core 4 positions
• Accountability, coaching & feedback skills
• Ability to execute and train all store operational processes, procedures and team member/customer standards
• Ability to use and train, testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
• Effectively use Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint computer programs

Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a District Manager

• Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred
• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and upper management
• Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required, PowerPoint preferred)
• Use basic math accurately: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Perform calculations such as Gross Margin and understand financial documents, such as Profit and Loss Statements (P&L), invoices, etc.
• Ability to fully understand all facets of the business and excel in an integrated operating model (including DIY, Commercial, PDQ and Hub operations)
• Define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and effectively resolve issues independently
• Think strategically, analyze issues and options, and effectively manage and facilitate change
• Effectively delegate and supervise projects to ensure timely and quality execution
• Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
• Prior Experience that Sets a District Manager up for Success

Prior Experience that Sets a District Manager up for Success

• 3-5 years of experience managing a team of 10- 20 General Managers who supervise from 10-30 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
• Proven track record in meeting sales and gross margin targets in a multi-unit environment
• Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must have a valid driver's license ASE certification preferred, but not required

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Bonus

Position is eligible for bonus based on individual and group performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation Range

The good faith estimate for this role is between 91,200.00 USD and 114,000.00 USD salary for a new team member. The rate offered depends on a number of factors, including geographic location, experience in retail, automotive knowledge, education, leadership roles, and other skillsets ideal for this position and shift differential (if applicable).

Benefits

Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.