Store Manager

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Bonus opportunity

Stock purchase plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Store Manager to lead an auto parts team, drive growth and profitability, and own the P&L for a market-leading NAPA store in the region.

The role focuses on building and guiding a motivated crew, expanding wholesale partnerships, and delivering exceptional customer care in a fast-paced retail setting. Must have relevant automotive/retail leadership experience and a passion for service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Passion for delivering customer care and building relationships.
• Experience in automotive industry or related fields preferred.
• Experience in parts/retail management.
• Ability to operate cash register and basic computer skills.
• Background in inventory controls and seasonal shifts helpful.

Responsibilities

• Identify new customers and revenue opportunities for the store.
• Shift into a fast-paced retail environment.
• Help outside sales with developing and maintaining wholesale accounts.
• Build and guide an engaged crew to deliver customer care and business results.
• Drive continuous process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Protect and maintain store assets and security.
• Maintain pride in safety and appearance of the store.

Skills

Customer care

Leadership

Sales & revenue

Team building

Customer focus

Cash handling

Inventory control

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical or Trade school courses or degree

ASE Certifications

Tools

POS system

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description Do you have a passion for leading others, driving growth and profits Perhaps you have a background in automotive, fleet, heavy equipment, dealership or retail industry If the answer is yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are seeking an experienced, energetic and driven Store Manager to join our growing auto parts team. This is the right opportunity for you if you: Love Retail Can consistently demonstrate true leadership with vision, collaboration, trust, respect and effectiveness while operating a market leading NAPA store. Know how to take full responsibility for P&L while mapping out initiatives and business plans for the store and solving roadblock issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify new customers and revenue opportunities for the store
• Shift into high gear in a fast-paced retail store environment
• Help outside sales in identifying, developing and maintaining wholesale accounts
• Build, guiding and developing an engaged crew team to deliver checkered flag levels of customer care and business results
• Steer towards continuous improvement in processes and procedures
• Protect and maintaining the security of store assets
• Display pride in navigating a store recognized for safety and appearance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Passion for delivering customer care and building long term relationships
• Knowledge of inventory controls, stocking levels and seasonal shifts is a plus
• Personal drive, self-motivation and initiative to accomplish business goals
• Customer focus and high energy in our fast-paced stores
• Ability to operate a cash register and navigating computer and paper catalog systems
• Passion for delivering customer care in a strong team environment
• Technical or Trade school courses or degree
• Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
• Experience in a parts store, auction, retail store, auto body/collision, or fast food/restaurant/convenience store management experience
• Entirely customer-centric (external/internal)
• ASE Certifications

Why NAPA may just be the right place for you:

• Outstanding health benefits and 401K
• Bonus opportunity
• Stable company. Fortune 200 with a family feel
• Company Culture that works hard, yet takes care of employees
• Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team

We offer a competitive starting salary of $55,000 for this position. Please note that total compensation may vary based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We believe in rewarding our employees fairly and encourage candidates to discuss their unique backgrounds during the interview process.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave
• Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.