Manager in Training

Brakes Plus • Iowa City, IA

6d • $52,000 - $58,000

About The Position

Brakes Plus is seeking motivated candidates with automotive or outside-industry management experience for a fast-track, hands-on Manager in Training program designed to prepare future company leaders. The trainee learns store operations through hands-on training with current Store Managers and Regional Managers, developing team members, executing store processes, and supporting an industry-leading customer experience. The position works toward completing the Training Guide and offers a path to becoming a Brakes Plus Store Manager.

Requirements

• Outstanding leadership and store management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to mentor others to ensure efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with customers and team members.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Automotive experience.
• A proven track record of exceeding business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers on sales, service, customer opportunities, and adjustments.
• Create a highly motivated team environment.
• Supervise technicians; plan and schedule duties, assign work, and follow up on completed assignments.
• Learn to evaluate personnel performance and productivity.
• Manage parts inventory and outside purchases, and update and restock in-house parts as needed.
• Ensure store safety, including proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain store cleanliness and appearance.
• Develop coaching tactics and approaches for training new team members.
• Supervise the shop area, equipment, and teammates to ensure compliance with company safety procedures.
• Ensure proper inspections are conducted.
• Adhere to Brakes Plus standards and procedures.
• Continually work toward completing the Training Guide.

Benefits

• Annual compensation of $52,000 to $58,000.
• Paid weekly.
• Five-day work week.
• Full benefits.
• Paid training.
• Fast advancement opportunities.
• Sundays closed.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (vacation/personal).
• Paid bereavement.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed