Assistant Store Manager
About The Position
As an Assistant Store Manager at AutoZone, you’ll support daily store operations, energize team performance, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. With strong leadership, clear communication, and a passion for WOW! customer service, you’ll play a key role in shaping store success and developing future talent. AutoZone store teams help customers find parts and solutions for automotive needs, maintain well-stocked inventory, assist with product selection, provide advice, drive sales, and maintain store operations. The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager and takes responsibility for store operations in the Store Manager’s or Commercial Sales Manager’s absence. AutoZone offers benefits intended to support employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being. Eligibility and waiting-period requirements may apply, and benefits may vary in certain locations.
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.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Store Manager in recruiting, supervising, scheduling, training, and developing store personnel.
- Ensure clear and effective communication with employees and customers.
- Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory levels, and optimize cash flow.
- Oversee efficient store workflows and compliance with company standards when the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager is absent.
- Ensure customers receive WOW! service, resolve concerns proactively, and turn complaints into positive experiences.
- Lead company initiatives by supporting productivity, training, and retention of high-performing employees.
- Maintain operational efficiency through effective merchandising and a clean, organized, visually appealing shopping environment.
- Enforce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use, promote workplace safety, and assist with risk management activities.
- Support budgeting, analyze Profit & Loss statements, and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.
- Lift, load, and deliver merchandise with attention to safety and accuracy.
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
No Education Listed
