General Manager in Training

Advance Stores Company Inc (500); United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead store operations, coach a 10–20 person team and drive profitability. You will review P&L statements, meet sales and service objectives, and ensure outstanding customer experience across DIY and DIFM channels.

You will manage scheduling, safety, and daily tasks, while leveraging Excel and POS tools to optimize inventory and profitability. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to review profit and loss statements and manage store profitability.
• Experience in coaching, floor/phone management, task assignment and execution.
• Strong communication with customers, peers and leadership is essential.
• Knowledge of automotive parts and service operations preferred.
• Ability to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations and act as manager on duty as needed.
• Review and analyze P&L and sales performance to meet targets.
• Lead scheduling, coaching, and task assignment for a team of 10–20.
• Ensure high customer service standards and handle complaints promptly.
• Coordinate DIY services such as battery installs and wiper replacements.
• Maintain safety and inventory procedures and train associates on systems.

Skills

P&L analysis

Customer service

Leadership

Retail operations

English proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Financial acumen

Team management

Safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business or related area preferred

Tools

Excel

POS systems

Inventory software

PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Knowledge to review and analyze P&L statement
• Provide GAS3 selling experience for DIY and DIFM customers
• Achieve personal / store sales goals and service objectives
• Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.
• Ensure high standards of customer service including prompt handling of any complaints for product and operational standards
• Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
• Weekly scheduling process

Success Factors

• Friendly communication
• Ability to locate and stock parts
• Safety knowledge and skills
• Parts and automotive system knowledge skills
• ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
• Ability to execute and train advanced solution, project and product quality recommendations
• Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.
• Ability to execute and train all store operational processes and procedures, and testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
• Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment
• Ability to execute and train POS and Parts lookup systems

Essential Job Skills

• Necessary for Success as an Assistant General 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)
• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
• Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statement (P&L)
• Hold others accountable, inspect work quality and give feedback in a way that is inspiring
• Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
• Prior Experience that Sets an Assistant General Manager up for Success 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail 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

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.

Position Is Eligible For Sales Commission

Position is eligible for sales commission based on individual or store performance.

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.

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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.