AutoZone's store teams are the frontline of WOW! customer service, ensuring that customers find the right parts and solutions for their automotive needs. Store employees maintain well-stocked inventory, assist customers with product selection, and provide expert advice to enhance the shopping experience. They play a vital role in driving sales, maintaining store operations, and fostering a positive, knowledgeable retail environment.
As a Store Manager at AutoZone, you'll lead daily operations and inspire your team to deliver outstanding customer experiences in a high-energy retail environment. This role blends hands-on leadership, strategic sales growth, and operational excellence-empowering you to cultivate a culture of success, safety, and WOW! service for both employees and customers.
- Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, supervise, schedule, train, and develop store personnel.
- Assume responsibility for store operations and the commercial department in the absence of the Commercial Sales Manager.
- Motivate employees to excel in their roles and enhance productivity.
- Communication & Customer Engagement
- Ensure clear and effective communication within the team.
- Follow up on tasks and provide timely updates.
- Address customer concerns professionally, turning complaints into compliments.
- Operational Excellence & Safety Compliance
- Conduct and review all opening and closing procedures.
- Manage emergency situations and follow proper accident protocols.
- Monitor and manage activities related to risk & safety management, ensuring a secure workplace with protective personal protective equipment (PPE) compliance.
- Sales & Performance Metrics
- Drive WOW! Customer Service, creating an outstanding shopping experience.
- Maintain sales productivity, store appearance, and merchandising excellence.
- Monitor cash flow, inventory, and security control to optimize profitability.
- Analyze and reconcile Proft &Loss statements, tracking store performance.
- Process & Team Collaboration
- Delegate merchandising tasks efficiently, ensuring timely completion.
- Provide performance feedback, conduct evaluations, and foster a culture of success.
What we are looking for
- Basic automotive parts knowledge.
- Proven leadership experience with strong communication, decision-making, and sales-driving skills.
- Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction
- Thrives in fast-paced environments while driving operational excellence and team engagement.
- Capable of fostering a positive work culture focused on development and results.
- Proficient in managing, analyzing, and reconciling Profit & Loss statements
- Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise with attention to safety and accuracy.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs arise.
You'll Go The Extra Mile If You Have
- Exceptional Communication: Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification preferred