Advance Auto Parts - Starkville, MS
posted 4 days ago
Full-time - Manager
Starkville, MS
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
About the position
A District Manager is the senior leader in the district. The District Manager must be knowledgeable of all facets of store operations in order to successfully grow Retail and Commercial market share. Each District Manager must be committed to leading and inspiring our team, helping our DIY and Commercial customers succeed, while growing sales and profitability with integrity.
Responsibilities
- Achieve or exceed district total sales and profitability goals
- Ensure commercial customer retention & relationship growth in the market
- Selection, hiring, development, goal setting, performance management, coaching, engagement and retention of General Managers and Core 4 team members
- Ensure proper staffing levels throughout the district
- Ensure execution of all inventory & operational standards within the district
- Conduct regular store visits providing action plans to achieve full market potential
- Teach business acumen by review of profit and loss statement with GM's
- Communicate effectively and appropriately to stores and support staff
- Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both customers and team members
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience managing a team of 10-20 General Managers who supervise from 10-30 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
- Proven track record in meeting sales and gross margin targets in a multi-unit 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
- Must have a valid driver's license
- ASE certification preferred, but not required
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of store operations and processes
- ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
- Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred
- Speak and write English (Spanish a plus)
- Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required, PowerPoint preferred)
Benefits
- Position is eligible for bonus based on individual and group performance
