General Manager I - Store 8139 Stephens City, VA

About the Role

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, as well as helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. This professional-level sales and management position supports functions on both sides of the business, requiring understanding of store systems, automotive systems, and parts knowledge. The role involves identifying, troubleshooting, and project assistance for DIY, developing and maintaining Professional Customer relationships, and ensuring financial metrics and service standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
• Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including executing Customer action plans
• Selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling, and engagement of store Team Members
• Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
• Coach Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)
• Manager on duty responsibilities: touch base/coaching, floor/phone management, task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties
• Lead change management
• Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for Customers and Team Members
• Provide DIY service, including battery installation, testing, wiper installation, etc.
• Assist District/Region in other functions upon request

Requirements

• Ability to work a minimum of 50-55 hours per week, including rotating nights and weekends
• Valid driver's license

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 members in a fast-paced retail environment
• Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen
• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree in business or related area preferred
• ASE Certification preferred, but not required

Skills

• Working knowledge of automotive systems
• Proficiency in English (Spanish a plus)
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft software (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
• Ability to calculate figures and analyze business reports (e.g., P&L statements)
• Ability to hold others accountable and provide inspiring feedback

Physical Demands

The employee will predominantly be walking or standing, with frequent lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The employee will primarily work indoors but may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high places, chemicals, electrical shock, explosives, and vibration. The noise level is usually moderate.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is between $55,900.00 USD and $65,700.00 USD annually. The rate offered depends on factors such as geographic location, experience, automotive knowledge, education, and leadership roles.

Benefits

Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program for Team Members and their families.