Automotive Repair Store Manager

Sun Auto Tire and Service • Fountain Hills, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager is the on-site leader of a Sun Auto Tire & Service location, responsible for the customer experience, team development, financial results, safety, and daily operations. The role is suited to an experienced or aspiring leader from an automotive service, tire, quick-lube, or retail organization who can build a customer-first, safety-focused, high-performing team and partner with District leadership to improve sales, profitability, engagement, and operational performance.

The manager leads recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and teammate development; manages store metrics, action plans, store-level P&L, inventory, customer escalations, vendors, facilities, and equipment; and maintains a clean, safe, organized, and compliant location. The work takes place in an automotive shop and retail store environment and includes a flexible schedule based on business needs, including opening and closing shifts, weekends, and occasional holidays as applicable.

Sun Auto describes itself as a growing family of automotive service and tire brands with a values-driven culture, a strong sense of belonging, and opportunities to learn and advance. Store Managers can develop leadership skills across people development, customer experience, sales, operations, and financial ownership, with potential pathways to District Manager and broader field leadership.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in automotive service, tire, retail, or store management, with a strong track record in sales, operations, and team leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, coach, and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Experience managing store performance, operational plans, KPIs, budgets, labor, inventory, or P&L-related results.
• Strong customer service, sales, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to resolve issues professionally and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to work in a process-driven environment with attention to detail, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Comfort using POS systems, basic computer tools, reports, and store performance data to guide decisions and coach performance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including Saturdays, opening and closing shifts, and occasional holidays as applicable.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive service, tire, or mechanical experience.
• Previous Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Service Manager, or multi-department retail leadership experience.
• State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Associate degree, technical certification, or ASE-related certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team in providing a professional, customer-first experience that builds trust, repeat business, and long-term customer relationships.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop teammates to improve performance, engagement, and retention.
• Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable while maintaining a positive, inclusive, and safety-focused work environment.
• Analyze store metrics and execute action plans to meet or exceed targets for sales, car count, average repair order, gross profit, labor, productivity, conversion, and controllable expenses.
• Own store-level P&L by driving revenue growth, labor efficiency, cost control, and inventory discipline.
• Manage parts and tire inventory in the POS, including receiving, invoicing, returns, core returns, and warranty tracking.
• Resolve escalated customer concerns promptly and professionally, partnering with District leadership and Customer Care as needed.
• Serve as the primary store contact for vendors, facilities, and equipment needs, escalating through appropriate channels.
• Keep the store clean, safe, organized, and compliant with company standards, safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including opening and closing shifts, weekends, and occasional holidays as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, including bonus or commission opportunities.
• Paid training and hands-on development.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts.
• Career advancement opportunities, including store leadership, district leadership, operations, and broader field leadership pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED