As an Auditor Store Compliance at Academy, your key responsibilities will include managing the store audit plan by assessing risk factors and scheduling audits accordingly. You will conduct compliance, operational, firearms, and safety audits, communicating results to both store and corporate management. Additionally, you will compile reports for District and Regional managers, partner with HR and Loss Prevention on investigations, and create market-based training materials, among other duties.

To qualify for the Auditor Store Compliance position at Academy, candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a Bachelor’s degree in Business or a relevant field preferred. You should possess at least 3 years of retail work experience, alongside strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary for effective audits and reporting.

Travel is a significant component of the Auditor Store Compliance position at Academy, with the potential for up to 100% travel to various store locations. This travel allows you to perform audits in person and work closely with store teams across the company.

Key skills for succeeding as an Auditor Store Compliance at Academy include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively in a dynamic environment, and maintain high attention to detail will also contribute to your success in this role.

New hires in the Auditor Store Compliance role at Academy can expect comprehensive training that includes firearms training and a thorough overview of Academy's policies, procedures, and safety rules. You will be supported by experienced team members who provide coaching and mentorship to help you develop your skills and understanding of the audit processes.

In answering this question, highlight specific auditing projects you've been involved in, focusing on the methods used and outcomes achieved. Provide examples of how your audits improved compliance or operational efficiency.

To address this question, discuss your organizational skills and strategies like creating to-do lists, setting priorities, and using software tools. Explain how you've handled multiple deadlines in past roles, ideally with an example.

Focus on your interpersonal communication skills and collaborative approach. Share examples of how you have successfully engaged with store teams, emphasizing the importance of trust and support in fostering a positive audit culture.

Explain your conflict resolution strategies, such as active listening and finding common ground. Provide an example of a situation where you've successfully navigated a disagreement while maintaining professional relationships.

List any relevant auditing or data analysis software you've worked with. If you have experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, highlight your capabilities in managing data, creating spreadsheets, and reporting.

Provide a clear example where your audit findings led to necessary changes. Discuss how you communicated the issues to management, the steps taken to resolve them, and the outcome.

Discuss perceived challenges, such as rapid operational changes and compliance complexity. Propose how your skills and adaptability can help address these challenges, demonstrating your industry knowledge.

Share quality control measures you implement, such as double-checking data, cross-referencing information, and utilizing a structured format. Emphasize how accuracy impacts decision-making at the corporate level.

Explain your methodology for addressing non-compliance, stressing the importance of factual reporting, communication with store management for corrective actions, and follow-up to ensure compliance.

Discuss your passion for maintaining high standards in retail practices, your detail-oriented nature, or your desire to contribute to continuous improvement in operational excellence.