Automotive, Ag and Industrial Store Manager

Auto Electric Service•Yorkton, SK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Store Manager to lead our Yorkton Store. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving sales performance, increase profitability, managing inventory, and leading a team focused on delivering exceptional service to both retail and wholesale customers. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced and multifaceted environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in a technical, college, or university program is an asset
5+ years of management or retail leadership experience
Experience in automotive parts, heavy-duty, automotive aftermarket, or related industrial/paint sector preferred
Solid knowledge of automotive parts, equipment, systems, and parts lookup tools
Strong customer focus with a proven passion for service and relationship building
Understanding of inventory control, stocking levels, sales processes, and seasonal industry trends
Strong analytical skills with the ability to drive performance and results in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Self-motivated with initiative and personal drive to achieve business goal
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel) and ability to learn internal systems

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate will have experience in an automotive parts department, dealership, retail, or related aftermarket indistrual or ag environment, along with proven leadership experience and a strong commitment to customer service. The successful candidate will demonstrate fairness, professionalism, and the ability to build long-term relationships with both customers and employees.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily store operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and smooth workflow
Lead, coach, train, and motivate team members to achieve performance goals and high customer service standards
Recruit, train, schedule, and manage staff performance, including daily/weekly and holiday scheduling
Drive sales growth through strong customer relationships, merchandising, promotions, and identifying new business opportunities
Support and collaborate with outside sales to develop and maintain wholesale accounts
Manage inventory including ordering, receiving, pricing, stock control, and replenishment
Maintain accurate, market-specific inventory levels to meet customer demand
Monitor store performance, key metrics, and reporting to identify issues and implement solutions
Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and returns in a professional manner
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors, including negotiations as needed
Ensure store merchandising is organized, stocked, and visually appealing
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety across the store, stockroom, vehicles, and exterior areas
Protect and maintain the security of store assets
Develop and implement store processes, procedures, and business plans in collaboration with management/ownership
Review and support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable at the store level
Provide hands-on customer service and ensure customer needs are met effectively
Perform additional duties as required to support overall store operations