Store Manager

Genuine Parts Company; Garden City (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Traction is seeking a Store Manager to oversee a retail location and drive profitability while delivering exceptional customer service. You will lead staff, manage inventory, and collaborate with suppliers to enhance knowledge and product lines.

Strong leadership and compliance with safety standards are essential. The role requires at least two years in store supervision, a High School Diploma (an Associate degree preferred), and ASE certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years of store supervisory/management experience.
• High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree in Business Administration preferred.
• ASE (T1-T8) (P2) Parts Certification preferred.
• Exceptional customer service and communications skills (written and oral).

Responsibilities

• Oversee store staff and scheduling to meet objectives.
• Maintain exemplary customer service and build strong customer relationships.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate staff to exceed expectations.
• Control labor hours, cash handling, store audits, and shrinkage.
• Manage inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and regional managers on cost-effective strategies.
• Support marketing efforts to grow market share and store revenues.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Business Administration

Job description

Are you passionate about exceeding customer expectations and being a leading solutions provider in the Heavy-Duty transportation and specialty aftermarket parts industry? Do you have extensive knowledge of Heavy Duty Parts? If so, we invite you to explore opportunities with our Traction stores.Position Summary:The Store Manager oversees a retail location’s staff and activities to achieve a profitable store location.RESPONSIBILITIESMaintaining exemplary customer service within the store and establishing special business relationships with our customers so they will choose to do business with us rather than our competitorsImplementing strategies to help meet store goals and objectivesRecruiting, developing, and motivating store employees who exceed internal and external customer expectationsWork with approved supplier’s representatives to grow employee’s knowledge of linesMaintain a safe workplace environment, Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsMarketing within your community to increase market share and store revenuesResolving customer complaints for increased customer satisfactionControlling labor hours, cash, store audits, core returns, cycle counts and shrinkageInventory protection, asset management, operational and safety issuesHelp maintain a neat and clean store environment for our customers and employeesOversees staff and fulfills staffing needs for regular hours, as well as high-traffic timesMaintains and motivates a positive sales team through communication, employee engagement and evaluationsConfirms daily sales reports and cash receipts; ensures monies are deposited regularly, and reports are submitted as prescribed by company policiesDevelops, oversees, and maximizes retail budget and salesEnsures inventory data is correct by performing spot inventory counts and checksCollaborates with regional managers to develop, coordinate, and identify cost-effective strategiesOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIESValid driver’s license and/or reliable transportationMust be at least 18 years of ageA minimum of two years of store supervisory and/or management experienceHeavy Duty Industry experience requiredASE (T1-T8) (P2) Parts Certification preferredPossesses understanding of inventory controls, stocking levels, and seasonal inventory shiftsExceptional customer service and communications skills (both written and oral)Possesses personal drive, self-motivation, and initiative to accomplish company goalsAbility to work flexible scheduleHigh School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate); Associate degree in Business Administration preferred.Position description should not be considered all inclusive. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This position description reflects all essential functions, it does no proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned, and all organizations position descriptions are subject to change at any time.Not the right fit? Check out our career site Working at Genuine Parts Company for other opportunities. Sign up for our Talent Community to receive email alerts about new job postings that meet your interests!GPC is an equal opportunity employer.