District Manager D 4604 Baton Rouge LA

Advance Stores Company•Baton Rouge, LA

12d

About The Position

The District Manager is the senior leader in the district and must understand all facets of store operations to grow Retail and Commercial market share. The role leads and inspires the team, supports DIY and Commercial customers, and grows sales and profitability with integrity. The position is eligible for a bonus based on individual and group performance.

Requirements

Three to five years of experience managing a team of 10–20 General Managers, who supervise 10–30 team members, in a fast-paced and dynamic retail environment.
Proven track record meeting sales and gross margin targets in a multi-unit environment.
Successful experience managing profitability, with demonstrated financial and business acumen.
Knowledge of store operations and processes.
ASE P2 certification or ASE-ready equivalent.
Ability to recruit, select, hire, and develop quality General Managers and ensure the same for Core 4 positions.
Accountability, coaching, and feedback skills.
Ability to execute and train store operational processes, procedures, and team member and customer standards.
Ability to use and train others on testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services.
Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint is preferred.
Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred.
Ability to speak and write English and communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers, and upper management; Spanish is a plus.
Ability to use basic math accurately and perform calculations such as gross margin.
Ability to understand financial documents, including profit and loss statements and invoices.
Ability to understand all facets of the business and operate in an integrated model including DIY, Commercial, PDQ, and Hub operations.
Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and resolve issues independently.
Ability to think strategically, analyze issues and options, and manage and facilitate change.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.
ASE certification preferred, but not required.
Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred.
Spanish language skills are a plus.
PowerPoint proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Achieve or exceed district sales and profitability goals.
Retain commercial customers and grow customer relationships in the market.
Select, hire, develop, set goals for, manage performance of, coach, engage, and retain General Managers and Core 4 team members.
Ensure proper staffing levels throughout the district.
Ensure execution of inventory and operational standards across the district.
Conduct regular store visits and provide action plans to achieve full market potential.
Teach business acumen by reviewing profit and loss statements with General Managers.
Communicate effectively and appropriately with stores and support staff.
Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for customers and team members.
Assist the region or area with other functions upon request.
Delegate and supervise projects to ensure timely, quality execution.
Work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.