Auto Parts Store Manager

Are you an automotive professional looking for a change? Are you looking for evening and Sundays off with an occasional short day on Saturday? This could be the opportunity for you! We are looking for a Store Manager for our Auto Value store in Viroqua!

Job Summary:

The Store Manager is responsible for the daily operation of an individual store. The Store Manager is responsible for achieving budgeted revenue goals and monitoring expenses. The Store Manager works with the Assistant Store Manager, Associates, and Corporate Management to drive sales, ensure high levels of customer service, solve problems and achieve employee development goals. The Store Manager also performs various store duties on an as needed basis.

Qualifications: ·

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. · Effective at organization, multi-tasking and dealing with multiple employee or customer concerns at any given time. · Strong verbal communication skills. · Strong professionalism. · Adequate written communication skills. · Basic computer knowledge. · Minimum three to five years of automotive parts aftermarket experience. · High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. · Ability to function in a stressful environment, under substantial time pressure. · Must be at least 18 years of age. · Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities:

Managing Store Performance A store manager ensures customer concerns are solved effectively and promptly and works with store managers to maximize store profitability. A store manager also works with store managers to maintain store security, including inventory control, building security and cash handling, as well as maintenance of delivery fleet and maximizing delivery efficiency. A store manager also ensures that all damaged, defective and returned goods are processed in a timely manner. Employee Relations A store manager sets staff schedules, leads, directs and supervises store employees. A store manager evaluates all store employees; ensuring that reviews are conducted on schedule according to the guidelines outlined by the Human Resources Department and that the Human Resources Department receives the documentation of the review. When necessary, the store manager disciplines employees consistent with the company disciplinary policies and subject to Human Resources approval. A store manager also works with store managers to develop a pool of potential store employees to meet the long range goals of the company. Compliance A store manager will interview job applicants and complies with all company hiring policies. A store manager ensures company policies and procedures are communicated in a timely manner and adhered to accordingly. This includes, ensuring that the store is in compliance with all employment, state and federal laws, including wage and hour, human rights and equal employment opportunities by working closely with the Human Resources Department. A store manager ensures maintenance of store facilities, equipment of safe working conditions for employees and customers and resolves safety concerns quickly. A store manager also completes required reports accurately and on time. Be a professional A store manager must represent Auto Value in a professional and positive manner. A store manager’s appearance should be professional and meet our customers’ expectations and the APH employee handbook. A store manager will participate in APH and Auto Value training programs to learn more about our products, our programs and our customers. A store manager will also maintain a calm, positive demeanor when working with customers and co-workers. If a store manager is unable to address a customer’s concerns/complaints to the customer’s satisfaction, they should involve the Regional Store Manager, the Store Operation Manager or other members of the Corporate Team as necessary. Be part of the team A store manager is part of a store team and, therefore, assists other store team members as needed. A store manager will assist in other ways as assigned. Meet expectations A store manager will be measured against the standards set for interaction with customers and co-workers, ability to follow store and company policies and procedures and the ability to manage store and employee performance.

Environment:

A store manager works primarily indoors in a clean store environment but also may spend time in an office or warehouse environment. Physical Requirements: A store manager experiences occasional standing, bending, stooping or stretching and rarely lifts up to 50 lbs. A store manager continuously operates a personal computer, which includes typing and frequently performs repetitive office tasks, such as filing and writing. Mental Requirements: A store manager is subject to various mental competencies including judgment, problem solving, planning, organization, attention to detail, accuracy and stress tolerance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Whitehall, WI 54773: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $40,000 - $-1