Retail General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

What is a General Manager?

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity.Professional level sales and management position capable of supporting functions on both sides of the business. The role requiresunderstanding of store systems, automotive systems, parts knowledge and has the ability to identify, troubleshoot and project assist forDIY. Responsible for developing and maintaining Professional Customer relationships and program growth. Is accountable for achievingfinancial metrics and maintaining service and appearance standards. Position is typically exempt (some positions are paid hourly basedon location and on the job training) and requires a minimum of 50-55 hours per week (excluding meal break periods). The averageschedule is 5-6 days a week, 11 hour shifts, including rotating nights and weekends, with an hour for lunch. Additional hours may berequired based on staffing, store conditions, sales to target, and other business demands. General Managers are required to work aschedule based on the needs of the business.

Primary Responsibilities

Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives

Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executingCustomer action plans

Selection, hiring, development, performance mgmt., coaching, scheduling and engagement of store Team Members

Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards

Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)

Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/closeduties)

Ability to lead change management

Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both Customers and Team Members

Secondary Responsibilities

Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.

Assist District/Region in other functions upon request

Success Factors

Friendly communication

Ability to locate and stock parts

Safety knowledge and skills

Ability to become ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent

Ability to execute and train project and product quality recommendations

Advanced parts lookup and sourcing

Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.

Ability to execute and train all store operational processes and procedures, and testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services

Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment

Ability to execute and train POS and Parts lookup systems

Ability to review and analyze P&L statement

Ability to recruit, select, hire and develop quality Team Members

Ability to build and grow relationships with Professional Customers

Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a General Manager

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Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred

Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with Customers, peers and uppermanagement

Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)

Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent

Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statement (P&L)

Hold others accountable, inspect work quality and give feedback in a way that is inspiring

Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings and weekends as needed

Prior Experience that Sets a General Manager up for Success

2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10 - 20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment

Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver's license

ASE certification preferred, but not required

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of thisjob, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands andfingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequentlylift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includeclose vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essentialfunctions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually workinginside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installingbatteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic orcaustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of April 25, 2026, Advance operated 4,308 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 797 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands.

Company Description

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of April 25, 2026, Advance operated 4,308 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 797 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands.