Store Manager in Training (SMIT)

O'Reilly Auto Parts - Hudson, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

Hudson, WI

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

About the position

The position involves assisting the store manager in various areas including sales, store appearance, and overall operations. The primary objective is to provide hands-on training to prepare the manager in training for a management position in another store or future location. The role includes supervising both professional and retail operations, managing team members, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the professional and retail operations of the store and team members involved.
• Responsible for supervising work performed by all team members assigned to the store/HUB store.
• Work jointly with the district manager and store manager in recruiting, testing, hiring, evaluating, promoting, disciplining, and discharging team members under supervision.
• Communicate information from Team Weekly and monthly store managers' meetings to all team members.
• Train new team members assigned to him or her.
• Handle team member performance evaluations and recommend pay increases.
• Support the store manager by working with the assistant management team to ensure safety compliance and appropriate training for all team members.
• Make sales calls with or without the store manager and may be assigned a schedule for weekly customer calls.
• Support the store manager in areas of store operations as assigned.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the delivery fleet and maintain records for each vehicle.
• Ensure the store/HUB store is neat, clean, and organized at all times.
• Learn to utilize the electronic scheduling and timekeeping system and payroll entry functions.
• Learn to manage key components of gross profit and monitor professional customer returns for core and warranty abuse.
• Review competitive price matches and price overrides for proper use.
• Review individual team member productivity and KPI dashboard daily.
• Review monthly P&L statement with the store manager and discuss areas of opportunity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Must complete Assistant Manager Certification, Sales Specialist Training, and Manager Development Program
• Ability to read and match numerical/alpha characters quickly and accurately
• Knowledge of automotive parts, equipment, and systems

Nice-to-haves

• O'Reilly store and/or distribution center experience
• Completed O'Reilly management training program
• Advanced computer skills
• ASE Certification
• Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired)

Benefits

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth