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General Manager II - Store 9122 - Alachua, FL

Advance Auto Parts · Alachua, FL · 1 wk ago
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About the Role

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed, and growing our business with integrity. This professional-level sales and management position supports both retail and professional customer functions, requiring understanding of store systems, automotive systems, parts knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot and assist DIY customers. The role is exempt and typically requires 50-55 hours per week, with schedules including 5-6 days a week, 11-hour shifts (including rotating nights and weekends), and an hour for lunch. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

  • Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
  • Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding the team accountable to executing Customer action plans
  • Oversee selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling, and engagement of store Team Members
  • Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
  • Coach all 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 both Customers and Team Members

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Provide DIY services including battery installation, testing, wiper installation, etc.
  • Assist District/Region in other functions upon request

Success Factors

  • Friendly communication
  • Ability to locate and stock parts
  • Safety knowledge and skills
  • Ability to become ASE P2 certified or ASE-ready equivalent
  • Ability to execute and train project and product quality recommendations
  • Advanced parts lookup and sourcing from multiple places (special order, FDO, second source, etc.)
  • Ability to execute and train all store operational processes, procedures, and testing/diagnostic equipment for DIY services
  • Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment
  • Ability to execute and train POS and Parts lookup systems
  • Review and analyze P&L statements
  • Recruit, select, hire, and develop quality Team Members
  • Build and grow relationships with Professional Customers

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of automotive systems (preferred)
  • Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with Customers, peers, and upper management
  • Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
  • Calculate figures such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
  • Review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statements (P&L)
  • Hold others accountable, inspect work quality, and provide inspiring feedback
  • Ability to work a variety of days, evenings, and weekends as needed

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
  • Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred
  • Valid driver’s license
  • ASE certification preferred, but not required

Physical Demands

The role predominantly involves walking or standing. The employee must be able to:

  • Talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
  • Perform tasks requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment includes both indoor and occasional outdoor tasks, such as installing batteries and wiper blades, with exposure to various weather conditions. The employee may also encounter:

  • Moving mechanical parts
  • High, precarious places
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Risk of electrical shock
  • Explosives and vibration

The noise level is usually moderate.

Pay

Position is eligible for sales commission based on individual or store performance.

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