RVP, Sales & Operations

Advance Stores Company • Denver, CO

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About The Position

At Advance Auto Parts, a Regional Vice President (RVP) is the senior leader in the Region. The Regional Vice President must be knowledgeable of all facets of operating multiple (500-700, on average) Advance Auto Parts stores. Each Regional Vice President must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our customers succeed, and growing the business and profitability with integrity.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of automotive systems
• Speak and write English; communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers and upper management
• Strong presentation and communications skills, including ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Hyperion and other computer-based tools
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including creation of budgets and P&L management and analysis; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations including graphing and the interpretation of mathematical modeling
• Knowledge of retail management best practices including sales, customer service, inventory management, risk reduction and Human Resources skills
• Think strategically, analyze issues and options; effectively manage and facilitate change
• Effectively delegate and supervise multiple projects throughout the Region to ensure timely and quality execution
• Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the Region and organization on a weekly basis with extensive overnight stays

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of automotive systems
• Spanish speaking ability

Responsibilities

• Partner with Area HR Director and Managers, Retail Store Management Recruiter(s) and Trainer(s), Asset Protection Manager, etc., to set and execute the company’s key strategies in the Region
• Partner with SVP of Operations, SVPs of Operations Support and Store Support Team to continuously improve operational procedures/processes, share best practices, and create new, innovative ways to meet strategic objectives
• Develop annual plans and maintain at least a one-year outlook on sales growth, budgets and forecasts, business trends, new store site selection and openings, and bench strength
• Build and maintain a high standard of customer service that creates superior customer experiences and loyalty; coach District Leaders in a way that is inspirational, improves results and produces high levels of customer service
• Maintain constant focus on building high performing teams through a culture of training and development for internal Team Members, aggressive acquisition of outside talent, and low turnover
• Ensure management team values diversity and supports a fair and respectful environment for both Team Members and customers; including high performance, recognition, candid feedback and rewards for performance exists on their team
• Spend 50-60% of the time visiting assigned districts and stores to ensure proper execution of all initiatives, consistent ‘A+’ or better store conditions, and understanding of customer service expectations by all Team Members; visit competitors in all classes of trade to evaluate their best practices as applicable
• Demonstrate an eagerness to be a team player and assist in other functions as assigned by Area leaders and upper management

Benefits

• Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed