Auto Parts Manager in Training #136 Warsaw

Replacement Parts•Warsaw, MO

About The Position

The Manager in Training travels to several Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts stores in the area while training to become a Store Manager. The role combines management training and store operations with direct customer service and sales. Duties include purchasing, budgeting, accounting, personnel work, over-the-counter sales, deliveries, order processing in person or by phone, and supporting sales programs and other customer- and team-related activities. The position follows company policies, procedures, and business practices; supports customers and store operations; and may perform the work of other store employees. It is a leadership position with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Travel may be required, and advancement within the company is expected when a position becomes available. Employment is subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug testing. This is a safety-sensitive position involving heavy equipment and hazardous materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience, or motivation to pursue a GED.
Two years of professional auto parts experience or four years of hobbyist auto parts experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer knowledge, including Windows-based computers, web browsing, and Microsoft Office.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; Class E license required for Missouri locations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to travel when required.
Adhere to scheduled work time unless authorized by a manager.

Nice To Haves

ASE certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow instructions and steps necessary to learn the company's policies, procedures, and business model.
Greet and assist customers and respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory taking, cash-receipt reconciliation, or customer services.
Monitor sales activities to ensure customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
Monitor inventory stock and reorder when it drops to a specified level.
Instruct staff on handling difficult and complicated sales.
Hire, train, and evaluate retail sales personnel, promoting or terminating workers when appropriate.
Ensure responsiveness to requests and compliance with company security requirements.
Perform subordinate work, such as cleaning and organizing shelves and displays and selling merchandise.
Provide direct over-the-counter sales, make deliveries, and process orders in person or over the phone.
Support store success through sales programs and customer- and team-related activities.
Adhere to scheduled work time unless authorized by a manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Advance within the company when a position becomes available.