Store Manager in Training

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Manager to support store operations and team leadership. This role involves hands-on training for future management positions, ensuring high standards in customer service and team performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a solid understanding of automotive parts and systems. With a commitment to growth and development, this position offers a pathway to advance within the organization, backed by a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages and benefits. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Stock Purchase Plan

401k with Employer Contributions

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Health/Wellbeing Programs

Opportunities for Career Growth

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; additional certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills essential for team management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise store operations and team members for sales and service.
• Assist in hiring, training, and evaluating team members.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Knowledge of Automotive Parts

Fluency in Spanish

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Assistant Manager Certification

ASE Certification

Tools

Electronic Scheduling System

Payroll Entry Functions

Job description

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.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

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)

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

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 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.