Assistant Store Manager
AutoZone•Hoover, AL
About The Position
As an Assistant Store Manager at AutoZone, you will support daily store operations, energize team performance, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will assist the Store Manager with team leadership and development, help maintain inventory and financial performance, and ensure customers receive excellent service. You may take responsibility for store operations when the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager is absent. AutoZone describes the role as part of a customer-focused retail team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth.
Requirements
- Basic automotive parts knowledge.
- Proven leadership experience, with strong communication, decision-making, and sales-driving skills.
- Integrity, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while driving operational excellence and team engagement.
- Ability to foster a positive work culture focused on development and results.
- Proficiency in managing, analyzing, and reconciling Profit & Loss statements.
- Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise safely and accurately.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs arise.
Nice To Haves
- Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Store Manager in recruiting, supervising, scheduling, training, and developing store personnel.
- Promote clear and effective communication with employees and customers.
- Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory levels, and optimize cash flow.
- Oversee store operations and ensure efficient workflows and compliance with company standards when the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager is absent.
- Ensure customers receive WOW! service, proactively resolve concerns, and turn complaints into positive experiences.
- Lead company initiatives by supporting productivity, employee training and retention, and operational efficiency.
- Maintain effective store merchandising and a clean, organized, visually appealing shopping environment.
- Enforce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use, promote workplace safety, and assist with risk management.
- Support budgeting, analyze Profit & Loss statements, and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
- Paid time off for full-time AutoZoners
- Life insurance options for full-time AutoZoners
- Short- and long-term disability insurance options for full-time AutoZoners
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards for full-time AutoZoners
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time AutoZoners
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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