Assistant Store Manager

Autozone • Sarasota, FL

4d

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. You will help ensure customers find the right parts and solutions for their automotive needs while maintaining a knowledgeable, positive retail environment.

Requirements

• Basic automotive parts knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience with strong communication, decision-making, and sales-driving skills.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments 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, fostering a positive and engaging environment.
• Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory levels, and optimize cash flow.
• Oversee store operations and ensure efficient workflows and compliance with company standards in the absence of the Store Manager or Commercial Sales Manager.
• 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 store 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 efforts, analyze Profit & Loss statements, and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed