Hourly Assistant Manager

Job ID: 74943

Position Description:
What is an Assistant Manager? Job Summary At Advance Auto Parts an Assistant Manager is a key member of the stores leadership team. The Assistant Manager must be knowledgeable of all facets of the store and be committed to working closely with the General Manager to inspire our team, help our customers succeed, and grow the business and profitability with integrity. This must be accomplished by consistently executing all key company strategies (Transform DIY, Accelerate DIFM, Availability excellence and Service excellence) in a way that is consistent with Advances 3 core values. (Inspire, Serve and Grow). The Assistant Manager is responsible for working with the General Manager to manage all facets of the stores business including: Effectively managing all facets of the business in a way that all company strategies are realized and aligned with our 3 core values Ensuring that short and mid-term priorities are set so the store achieves high Team Member calibration scores, high customer traction scores and exceeds its financial targets Ensuring that a culture of mutual respect, high performance, recognition, candid feedback and rewards for performance, exist in their store Key Focus Areas Performing at the Next Level by stepping up to the General Manager level and owning store operations Driving commercial Developing the team Essential Leadership Skills Needed to be a Successful Assistant Manager work the General Manager to select, train, develop and retain quality Team Members to build and manage high performing and collaborative sales teams to direct, coordinate and evaluate Team Member performance in a manner that is inspiring and results in high performance to hold team accountable for successful outcomesresults ensure effective and efficient use of all resources communicate verbally and in writing build strong relationships (Team, customers, Store Support Team Members, peers and supervisors) to manage laborpayroll effectively to think holistically (leadership and business acumen) to directly supervise high performing and diverse teams effectivly coach and teach Team Members to success to plan, delegate and hold others accountable for achieving their personal and store results Essential Job Skills Needed to be a Successful Assistant Manager An effective Assistant Manger will have the ability to: fully understand all facets of the business and excel in an integrated operating model. (DIY, DIFM) effectively delegate key tasks to Team Members who have the skills to execute them with quality maintain high standards of customer service and create superior customer experiences build customer loyalty use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required PP preferred) write an effective work schedule that ensures appropriate coverage to improve results and provide high levels of customer service monitor all activity in the store and ensure that it is highly productive and drives our key strategies manage time effectively communicate effectively with peers, report ins and upper management organize well Key Duties and Responsibilities for an Assistant Manager Responsible for consistently growing the business by exceeding all sales, payroll and profit targets in conformity with company strategy and core values Monitor and manage inventory to ensure maximum profitability and product availability Maintain security and safety throughout the store at all times Maintain high standards of customer service, including prompt handling of all complaints Maintain store appearance and merchandising at or above established standards Prior Experiences that Set an Assistant Manager up for Greater Success 2 3 years of prior management experience managing a team of 10 20 Team Members in a retail environment History of successful job performance Proven work in a fast-paced and highly dynamic work environment 2 or more years experience managing a successful sale