Transition Manager

About the Role

Assist the store manager in sales, store appearance, and overall operations while preparing for a transition to a higher management position at another store or role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise professional and retail operations of the store and team members.
• Oversee work performed by all team members assigned to the store or HUB store.
• Collaborate with the District Manager and Store Manager in recruiting, testing, hiring, evaluating, promoting, disciplining, and discharging team members.
• Communicate all information from Zipline and monthly store managers’ meetings to team members.
• Train new team members and handle performance evaluations, including recommending pay increases.
• Assist in the hiring process by completing recruiting tasks, scheduling interviews, evaluating candidates, and collaborating with management.
• Support the Store Manager and Assistant Management Team in ensuring safety compliance and training, including:
  • FastTrack Training and work-exercises during introductory training.
  • Customer service programs and required training certifications.
  • Equipment utilized for in-store services and miscellaneous training workshops.
  • Safety coaching, delivery vehicle training, and accident reporting.
  • Monitoring and reinforcing safety expectations.
• Make sales calls with or without the store manager, potentially on a weekly schedule.
• Support store operations, including store accounting, daily invoice review (e.g., cash paid outs, voids, sales tax, missing tickets), cash management, and store security.
• Maintain store, vehicle, and delivery fleet appearance, and keep records for each vehicle.
• Ensure the store and HUB store remain neat, clean, and organized at all times.
• Manage electronic scheduling, clocking, and payroll.
• Monitor key components of profitability, including:
  • Professional customer returns for core and warranty abuse.
  • Competitive price matches and price overrides for proper use.
  • Individual team member productivity and KPI dashboard (reviewed daily).
  • Monthly P&L statement review with the store manager to discuss areas of opportunity.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• O’Reilly store and/or distribution center experience.
• Completed O’Reilly management training program.
• Advanced computer skills.
• ASE Certification.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and paid time off.
• Stock Purchase Plan and 401k with employer contributions starting day one.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Team Member health and wellbeing programs.
• Tuition and educational assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career growth within the company.