MPEC - NAPA

As an Auto Parts Store Manager, you will take a leadership role in:

• Maximizing sales by helping customers select and purchase merchandise, while following all company policies and procedures
• Managing store team by overseeing the sales floor and delivery area
• Partnering with the Regional Vice President, Territory Sales Manager, and store team to implement all corporate and store programs, practices and policies
• Working with store staff to follow store merchandising standards and restock merchandise
• Developing and implementing productivity improvements and efficiencies
• Adhering to the stores monthly budget

Major Responsibilities:

• The Store Manager is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the store assets including cash, inventory, vehicles, furniture and fixtures
• Plan, direct, coordinate and execute the development, assessment, implementation and tracking of all store and growth initiatives
• Observe, evaluate, coach, train and develop team members for future advancement opportunities
• Instill a sense of urgency within the team to increase sales and improve customer service
• Work with Regional Vice President to develop, update and execute annual budgets and action plans
• Communicate the company’s expectations and culture through actions, verbal instructions and in writing to new and existing team members
• Work closely with Regional Vice President on payroll management and productivity improvements and forecast staffing needs
• Review monthly financials with Regional Vice President; highlight sales and gross margin opportunities as well as expense control remedies
• Resolve any customer and /or team member issues in a timely and professional manner
• Emphasize a professional appearance and image at every level
• Promote efficiency to maximize store profitability
• Provide leadership to team on how to build new accounts and penetrate existing customers
• Ensure retail sales area and displays are merchandised effectively
• Identify and understand the competitions strengths and weaknesses

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Automotive Aftermarket is required
• High School Diploma or equivalent. College, Post Secondary Education, Tech School, is a plus
• Experience in supervising others in a fast paced, retail/wholesale environment
• Must be a motivated and self-starting individual, willing to learn new skills and gain knowledge about all aspects of store operations
• Demonstrated sales, time management, organizational, and supervisory skills
• Must have a driving record that is acceptable to our commercial insurance carrier
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to provide instruction and direction to other teammates
• Must pass a pre-work physical and drug screen
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to work weekends

About MPEC | NAPA:

We are a family-owned company that currently operates 181 MPEC | NAPA Auto Parts stores in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa , Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We are the fastest growing automotive aftermarket supplier in the industry and rapidly growing. We employ a wide variety of people in a wide variety of roles: from parts professionals and delivery drivers to regional managers and store managers to executives and support staff in many critical administrative roles at our headquarters office in Rockford, Illinois. If you’re looking for a company who strives towards excellence and are looking for a part time job or a lifetime career, we just might be the new work family for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Automotive: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person