Manager Trainee

Overview

Join to apply for the MANAGER TRAINEE role at ALLDATA
. The Manager in Training (MIT) position is a transitional role designed to prepare you for promotion into a Retail Store Management position, with a focus on leadership training, customer service excellence, and operational expertise. In 8-12 weeks, you could progress into management, depending on your prior experience and performance.

Auto Zone’s Store Management team drives store performance, fosters a productive team, and ensures exceptional customer service. Managers and MITs are expected to Live The Pledge and deliver WOW! Customer Service while executing store operations with excellence. Under the Store Manager’s guidance, MITs lead by example with initiative and strong leadership, supporting Auto Zone’s mission of providing trusted automotive solutions.

• Leadership Development – Live The Pledge, deliver WOW! customer service, and cultivate a high-performing, engaged store team.
• Communication Excellence – Maintain clear and effective communication with employees and customers to drive store execution and performance.
• Metrics Mindedness – Learn to manage, analyze, and reconcile monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to optimize store profitability.
• Structure & Process Orientation – Support store operations, ensure policy compliance, and uphold structured training processes.
• Teamwork & Training – Assist with staffing, mentoring, and training employees to develop a strong, successful team.
• Customer Service Leadership – Lead customer service activities, ensuring outstanding experiences and proactively resolving concerns.
• Inventory & Sales Management – Oversee inventory accuracy, store merchandising, and sales strategies to maximize success.
• Operations Training – Complete management skills training and learn key aspects of store operations and Auto Zone culture.

MITs must demonstrate consistent progression throughout the training program to be considered for management openings. Promotion is performance-based and subject to management availability.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year: 1-2 years of prior experience as a retail manager or supervisor.
• Flexible
  
  Schedule:
  
  Full-time availability including mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

You’ll Go The Extra Mile If You Have

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Exceptional Communication:
  Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
• Automotive Retail:
  Previous experience in automotive retail or analyzing company financials (e.g., P&L statements) is a plus.

Since opening our first store in 1979, Auto Zone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are. We provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Auto Zone offers benefits programs designed to improve well-being, including medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with company match, stock purchase plan, and access to mental health resources. We also offer paid time off for full-time employees and various other benefits for all Auto Zoners.

All Auto Zoners (Full-Time and Part-Time) include:

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Discounts and perks including an in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• Auto Zoners Living Well Program for mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits For Full-Time Auto Zoners

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements and eligibility/waiting period rules may apply. Benefits may differ by location. Learn more at

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is valued, and we encourage you to apply.

Fair Chance

An applicant’s criminal record will be considered individually. This includes compliance with applicable Fair Chance laws and regulations in the relevant jurisdictions.

Online application is required. For step-by-step instructions, visit  Auto Zone and its subsidiary, ALLDATA, are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected status.