NAPA Store Manager

Description

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA MACHINERY COMPANY’S NAPA AUTO PARTS

Louisiana Machinery Company has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. In 2008, Louisiana Machinery Company joined the NAPA Auto Parts family and currently operates four (4) NAPA Auto Parts stores. However, we are much more than your dad’s auto parts store. In addition to automotive, we carry specialized tooling, hardware, filtration and aftermarket parts for heavy duty truck, heavy equipment, marine, and industrial applications. We have full hydraulic hose capabilities for any size application and offer complete repair service for all makes and models of heavy equipment including preventative maintenance programs, hydraulic cylinder and starter/alternator rebuild.

We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are searching for a Store Manager to join our growing operations at our Winnfield, Louisiana location.

YOU

The Store Manager is primarily focused on demonstrating true leadership with vision, collaboration, trust, respect and effectiveness while operating a market leading Louisiana Machinery Company owned store. As Store Manager, you will be taking on responsibility for overseeing the general business management, achieving maximum market penetration, driving store growth, protection of inventory and assets, and increasing sales and profitability by creating a superior customer experience. The qualified candidate in this position provides daily leadership to all store personnel and establishes a work experience that supports the Purpose, Mission and Values of Louisiana Machinery Company.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• Instill Safety In Everything You Do.
• Increasing store sales, profits and operational performance on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis.
• Protecting and maintaining the security of store inventory and assets.
• Work and communicate with district manager to establish initiatives and business plans.
• Work with district manager to develop, update and execute annual budgets and action plans.
• Work with outside sales representative(s) in the identification, development and maintenance of new and existing customers.
• Identify revenue opportunities and implement strategies and initiatives to take advantage of those opportunities.
• Ensure both retail and wholesale customer service is maintained at a high level.
• Build a store team that consistently delivers high levels of customer service and business results. Coaches team to achieve success in sales and to provide superior delivery service.
• Coordinate planning and collaborate on the development, assessment, implementation and tracking of store growth initiatives.
• Ensure that merchandise is received and stocked in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that all delivery vehicles are kept in safe working order and are maintained in such a way as to represent our company in a positive manner to both our customers and the public.
• Ensure overall cleanliness of the store, stock room and outside areas.
• Partner with district manager and human resource department for recruitment and employee relations for store personnel.
• Perform other assignments and duties as assigned.

YOUR VALUE

• You will execute the highest level of responsibility for promoting a safe working culture.
• You will develop and maintain long-term relationships with our customers.
• You will serve as a valuable asset in building your operation – people, parts and profits!
• You will have the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana Machinery Company.

MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Valid Driver’s License. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet Louisiana Machinery Company driving requirements.
• Required: High school diploma, or equivalent. Technical or college degree is a plus.
• ASE parts certification preferred.
• Experience in heavy parts and service a plus.
• Strong knowledge and skills of Microsoft Office software including Outlook.
• Capable of operating TAMS point-of-sale system and cataloging.
• Ability to process cash, check and credit card transactions.
• Capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers (both visually and aurally) and remembering their sequence.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy as well as ability to multi-task and is self-motivated
• Excellent understanding of all retail store positions.
• Ability to achieve quotas regularly; proficient in achieving goals and KPI’s set by Louisiana Machinery Company.
• Sound decision making capability; proficient people/leadership skills.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of lifting and moving merchandise of up to sixty (60) pounds.
• Ability to move engine blocks, drums, and other heavy equipment using moving aids designed to move such items, including hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.
• Ability to bend or stoop to floor-level shelves and be able to reach upper shelves (ten feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary.
• Ability to stand and walk for entire work shift.
• Ability to speak clearly, listen attentively, and understand others as well as ability to give and receive instructions via telephone, computer messages, face-to-face, and in writing.

JOB FACTS

• Must live within 40 mile radius of store.
• Must be able and willing to travel for overnight stays for meetings, training, inventory and other events as required.
• Must be willing to relocate within the state of Louisiana for future advancement opportunities.
• Work hours: The Store Manager generally works 10-hour weekdays, alternates Saturdays and subject to being on-call.

LOUISIANA MACHINERY COMPANY, LLC BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

SAFETY IN ALL WE DO

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Louisiana Machinery Company, LLC is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Louisiana Machinery Company, LLC and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Machinery Company, LLC uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires. Click here for your rights: click here for more information
• Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal: click here for more information
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: click here for more information
• Louisiana Machinery Company, LLC and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.