VP, Field Operations

Advance Stores Company•Nashville, TN

About The Position

At Advance Auto Parts, a Vice President of Operations is a senior leader in the Region, responsible for understanding all facets of operating 150–200 stores. The role focuses on inspiring the team, helping customers succeed, and growing the business and profitability with integrity. The VP partners with regional and corporate leaders and support teams to execute strategies, improve operational processes, and meet strategic objectives. The position includes extensive travel throughout the Region, with 50–60% of time spent visiting districts and stores and frequent overnight stays. The VP develops annual plans and maintains a one-year outlook on sales growth, budgets, forecasts, business trends, new store site selection and openings, and leadership bench strength. The role builds customer service and loyalty, develops high-performing teams, promotes training and talent acquisition, and supports a fair and respectful environment. The position is eligible for a bonus based on individual and group performance.

Requirements

5–10 years of multi-unit management experience in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
Proven track record of meeting sales and gross margin targets in a multi-unit environment.
Successful experience managing profitability, with demonstrated financial and business acumen.
Bachelor’s degree in business management or a related field.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to speak and write English and communicate effectively with customers, peers, and upper management.
Strong presentation and communication skills, including the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Hyperion, and other computer-based tools.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts, create budgets, and manage and analyze P&L; apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations, including graphing and interpreting mathematical models.
Knowledge of retail management best practices, including sales, customer service, inventory management, risk reduction, and human resources.
Ability to think strategically, analyze issues and options, and effectively manage and facilitate change.
Ability to delegate and supervise multiple projects across the Region to ensure timely, quality execution.
Ability to work assorted days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Ability to travel extensively on a weekly basis, with extensive overnight stays.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including frequently standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing; frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills.
ASE certification.

Responsibilities

Partner with Area HR, store management recruiting and training, asset protection, and other teams to set and execute company strategies in the Region.
Partner with regional and corporate operations and support leaders to improve procedures and processes, share best practices, and develop innovative approaches to strategic objectives.
Develop annual plans and maintain at least a one-year outlook on sales growth, budgets, forecasts, business trends, new store site selection and openings, and bench strength.
Build a high standard of customer service, coach District Leaders, and improve customer experiences, loyalty, and results.
Build high-performing teams through training and development, external talent acquisition, and low turnover.
Promote diversity and a fair, respectful environment for Team Members and customers, including performance recognition, candid feedback, and rewards.
Spend 50–60% of work time visiting assigned districts and stores to assess execution, store conditions, and customer service; visit competitors to evaluate applicable best practices.
Assist in other functions as assigned by Area leaders and upper management.
Travel extensively throughout the Region and organization, including frequent overnight stays.