Store Manager in Training

O'Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc.; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with employer contributions

Health insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts seeks a hands-on Assistant Manager-in-Training to support store operations, sales, and appearance. The role focuses on preparing for a management position at this or future locations.

You will supervise both professional and retail teams, participate in hiring and training, and ensure safety and performance targets are met. A clear path to management is emphasized through structured programs and mentorship.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and strong interpersonal/leadership abilities.
• Must complete Assistant Manager Certification, Sales Specialist Training, and Manager Development Program.
• Ability to read and match numerical/alpha characters quickly and accurately.
• Knowledge of automotive parts, equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the professional and retail operations of store and team members involved.
• Oversee hiring, training, evaluations, and promotions for team members.
• Communicate information from management meetings to team members.
• Support store manager with safety compliance and training across all areas.
• Manage delivery fleet maintenance records and scheduling and payroll.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Read numbers quickly

Automotive knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

ASE Certification

Management training completion

Job description

Compensation Pay Range: $14.42 - $20.40 The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual, quarterly performance, or premiums may be paid in amounts ranging per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Assist store manager in areas of sales, appearance, and overall operations of store.

Objective is to receive hands on training preparing manager in training for a management position in another store or future location.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervise the professional and retail operations of store and team members involved.

• A. Professional - All delivery and installer service specialists
• B. Retail - All parts and merchandising specialists
• Responsible for supervising work performed by all team members assigned to store/HUB store. Working jointly with district manager and store manager in recruiting, testing, hiring, evaluating, promoting, disciplining and discharging team members under his/her supervision.
• Communicate all information contained in Team Weekly and monthly store managers’ meetings to all team members.
• Train new team members assigned to him or her.
• Handle team member performance evaluations and recommend pay increases for these individuals.
• Assist in the hiring process by completing recruiting tasks, scheduling and participating in interviews, evaluating candidates, and collaborating with management to ensure the selection of qualified team members.
• Support store manager by working with the assistant management team ensuring safety compliance and that all team members receive appropriate training in all areas. Monitoring/reinforcement of safety expectations.
• Make sales calls with/without store manager.
• May be assigned a schedule for making weekly customer calls.
• Support store manager in area of store operations as assigned.
• Responsible for the maintenance of delivery fleet and maintain records for each vehicle.
• Ensure staff is keeping store/HUB store neat, clean and organized at all times, electronic scheduling, clocking, and payroll.
• Learn to utilize the electronic scheduling and timekeeping system and the payroll entry functions.
• Learn to manage key components of gross profit.
• Monitor professional customer returns for core and warranty abuse.
• Review competitive price matches and price overrides for proper use.
• Review individual team member productivity and KPI dashboard daily.
• Review monthly P&L statement with store manager and discuss areas of opportunity.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Must complete Assistant Manager Certification, Sales Specialist Training, and Manager Development Program
• Ability to read and match numerical/alpha characters quickly and accurately
• Knowledge of automotive parts, equipment and systems

Desired:

• O’Reilly store and/or distribution center experience
• Completed O’Reilly management training program
• Advanced computer skills
• ASE Certification
• Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired)

Total Compensation Package

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Starting Day One Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable. Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option 1, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.

Your first job at O’Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up – and you can, too.