Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager – Auto Zone

Join Auto Zone’s frontline team and help customers find the right automotive parts and solutions. As an Assistant Store Manager you’ll support daily store operations, energize team performance, and drive sales in a fast‑paced retail environment.

Auto Zone’s store teams are the heart of customer experience, ensuring customers receive WOW! service while managing inventory, merchandising, and store operations. The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager, leads a high‑performance team, and plays a key role in sales, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

• Assist the Store Manager with recruiting, scheduling, training, and developing store personnel.
• Communicate clearly and foster a positive, engaging environment with employees and customers.
• Help meet sales targets, maintain accurate inventory, and optimize cash flow.
• Take responsibility for store operations and compliance with company standards when the Store Manager is absent.
• Ensure customers receive exceptional service, resolve concerns proactively, and transform complaints into positive experiences.
• Lead initiatives to maximize productivity and employee retention while maintaining an organized, visually appealing store.
• Enforce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use, promote workplace safety, and assist in risk‑management activities.
• Support budgeting, analyze Profit & Loss statements, and monitor expense controls to maximize profitability.

• Basic automotive parts knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience with strong communication, decision‑making, and sales‑driving skills.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments while driving operational excellence and team engagement.
• Capable of fostering a positive work culture focused on development and results.
• Proficient in managing, analyzing, and reconciling Profit & Loss statements.
• Ability to lift, load, and deliver merchandise safely.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs arise.

• Excellent communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• ASE Certification (preferred).

• Competitive pay and company culture.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an Auto Zone in‑store discount.
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan.
• Auto Zoners Living Well Program for free mental health support.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Paid time off and disability insurance options.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Auto Zone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA, are equal‑opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories. We proudly support Veterans, Active‑Duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard, and Military Families.

An applicant’s criminal record is not a disqualification and will be considered individually based on relevant factors, including state and local Fair Chance laws. Auto Zone may consider certain offenses relevant to positions involving financial transactions, driving company vehicles, or supervising minors, in accordance with applicable law.