Automotive Repair Store Manager on Deck

Sun Auto Tire and Service•Owensboro, KY

About The Position

Plaza Tire Service is recruiting experienced retail leaders for placement as Store Managers through its Manager-On-Deck (MOD) program. This is not a trainee or entry-level role. Selected candidates complete a structured, hands-on certification experience and are prepared to assume full store management responsibilities when a suitable vacancy arises in their area. Compensation is $70,000 per year plus bonus and opportunity. MOD candidates are paired with a high-performing Store Manager at a designated training store. They learn Sun Auto’s operating standards, leadership principles, and customer service expectations through on-the-job practice, milestone check-ins, self-assessments, coaching, feedback, development support, and required training modules. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of Store Manager duties before placement. Store Managers lead employees and ensure compliance with company policies; manage recruiting, hiring, coaching, counseling, and performance evaluations; analyze business trends and pursue sales and profit goals; communicate financial targets and results; review invoices and reports; protect company assets; and maintain store cleanliness, merchandising, equipment, and facilities.

Requirements

  • Two or more years of experience leading a team in a similar role.
  • Proven experience in retail or automotive service management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to develop and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual plans with clearly defined goals.
  • A track record of consistently meeting and exceeding sales and profit goals.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Sun Auto’s driving requirements.
  • Willingness to relocate or accept placement in an open store upon program completion.
  • Ability to work a minimum of five days per week, including weekends.
  • Ability to stand up to eight hours per day; walk throughout the building; bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; and use a full range of motion with arms and hands.
  • Ability to lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Sufficient vision and hearing to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience as an Automotive Technician or in a similar position.

Responsibilities

  • Set expectations and regularly communicate with employees about responsibilities, goals, training, development, and customer service.
  • Hold employees accountable through coaching and counseling.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Recruit, interview, and hire employees as needed in partnership with HR.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations for all employees.
  • Analyze and measure business trends and develop and implement plans to maximize sales and meet or exceed sales and profit targets.
  • Share financial targets and results with employees during store meetings.
  • Review invoices and daily reports to identify business growth opportunities.
  • Maintain proper controls over company assets and follow standard closing procedures.
  • Keep the store clean and maintained, including front, back, and exterior areas.
  • Maintain housekeeping and merchandising standards.
  • Conduct regular equipment inspections and request maintenance as necessary.
  • Ensure unused parts are returned to vendors promptly and credits are processed properly.
  • Complete the MOD program’s required training and demonstrate mastery of Store Manager duties.
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