Assistant Manager

About the position

America's Car-Mart is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Assistant Manager to join our organization. If you have previous, extensive experience in supervisor roles, retail sales, and a passion for creating positive customer experiences, we want to hear from you. As an Assistant Manager, you will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of running a dealership, interact with diverse customers, and contribute to our success. Our 90-day training program will prepare you for success. It is also possible to progress into a General Manager role depending on prior experience and performance as an Assistant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Receive training and perform duties in several departments such as office, service, collections, sales, and inventory management.
• Learn lot level staff functions, operations, management viewpoints, and company policies and practices that affect each phase of business.
• Set and monitor performance goals with upper management. Attends company-sponsored training classes.
• Work next to Associates to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures, and standards required for the performance of departmental duties.
• Receive training in functions and operations of related departments to facilitate subsequent transferability between departments and to provide greater promotional opportunities.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

• Self-starter mentality and ambitious in nature
• Excellent communications skills
• Prior, extensive supervisor experience
• Ability to solve problems and implement innovative solutions in a variety of situations
• Computer proficiency and strong mathematical skills
• Ability to prioritize and effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience mediating conflict in the workplace.
• Available to work flexible hours and weekends including overtime as needed
• Acceptable driving record and valid driver's license
• Basic knowledge of, and interest in, automobiles is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance Plan
• 401(K) w/ employer match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Career Path Opportunities for advancement