- Coding and Programming
- classic car restoration
- engine building
- Reading
- Auto Repair/Restoration
Christopher Renninger
Peoria,AZ
Summary
5 Years Auto parts store manager experience, 10 years management experience running crews 5-16 in retail. Focus on training, cash handling, planning store changes, customer service. Outside of work, im working on vintage vehicles, engine building, welding, wiring. Always learning new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager
NAPA Auto Parts
09.2022 - Current
- Monitor store sales performance on a daily basis
- Identify new customers and revenue opportunity for the store and execute the plan to take advantage of the opportunities
- Build a store team and consistently delivers high levels of customer service and business results
- Manage all store operations
- Plan workloads and assign work schedules on a daily/weekly basis
- Maintain a safe work environment, including vehicles, for all employees
- Demonstrate a positive, helpful attitude as well as professional conduct and appearance at all times.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Store Manager
O'Reilly Auto Parts
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Run daily essential store functions, i.e. store accounting, daily invoice checking, inventory control, store security, store and vehicle maintenance, etc
- Help train new team members on store procedures, product knowledge, and sales/customer service
- Supervise counter sales and customer services by ensuring all customers are promptly greeted, all phones are answered in a timely manner, all refunds are handled correctly, etc
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies, fostering a secure work environment.
- Led team meetings to align goals, share best practices, and motivate staff towards achieving targets.
Assistant Manager
Walmart
11.2015 - 09.2019
- Responsible for overseeing all aspects of store operations, including staffing, customer service, merchandising, and other day-to-day tasks.
- Ran eCommerce side of business, hired, interviewed and trained new employees.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards and policies.
- Trained and mentored team members on effective customer service techniques and product knowledge.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and recommend improvements for inventory management.
Service Technician
Arrowhead Harley-Davidson
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in motorcycles using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service workflows and increase efficiency.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on motorcycles, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Education
Trade school - Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute - Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Division
Glendale, AZ04.2014
High school diploma - State Required
Sunrise Mountain High School
Peoria, AZ05.2006
No Degree - Information And Computer Systems
Glendale Community College
Glendale, California, CASkills
- Inventory Control
- Customer service
- Profit & Loss
- Interviewing
- Management
- Negotiation
- Merchandising
- E-Commerce
- Sales management
- Store Management Experience
- Team management
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Recruiting
- Payroll
- Retail Management
- MIG welding
- Metal fabrication
- Engine assembly
Certification
- Forklift Certification July 2023 to July 2027 Trained on both gas and propane forklift. trained by walmart, recertified by Advance auto
- Scissor lift operator November 2019 to November 2023 trained by Walmart, expired but still has function knowledge
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification November 2019 to November 2023 trained and certified by Frys, Walmart, and advance auto parts.
- Food Handler Certification November 2019 to November 2023 certified by walmart, expired
Interests
Timeline
Store Manager
NAPA Auto Parts
09.2022 - Current
Store Manager
O'Reilly Auto Parts
11.2019 - 09.2022
Assistant Manager
Walmart
11.2015 - 09.2019
Service Technician
Arrowhead Harley-Davidson
09.2013 - 11.2015
Trade school - Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute - Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Division
High school diploma - State Required
Sunrise Mountain High School
No Degree - Information And Computer Systems
Glendale Community College