Store Manager - (Manager On Deck)

Sun Auto Tire and Service•St. Louis Park, MN

About The Position

Sun Auto 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 certification and are prepared to assume full store management responsibilities when a suitable vacancy becomes available in their area. The MOD program is a structured, hands-on certification experience. Participants are paired with a high-performing Store Manager at a designated training store, learn the company’s operational standards, leadership principles, and customer service expectations, and apply their skills through on-the-job practice, milestone check-ins, and self-assessments. They receive coaching and development support from their assigned Store Manager and Sun University resources, complete required training modules, and demonstrate mastery of Store Manager duties. Successful participants are placed as soon as a suitable Store Manager position opens in their area. Store Managers lead employees and oversee store operations, financial performance, customer service, facilities, and company standards. The role requires at least five workdays per week, including weekends, and may require relocation or placement in an open store upon program completion. The work environment may involve noise, dust, vehicle exhaust, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, and other materials, as well as varying temperatures.

Requirements

At least two 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.
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 for up to eight hours per day; walk throughout the building; bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; and use 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 communicate regularly with employees about job responsibilities, goals, training, development, and customer service.
Hold employees accountable for responsibilities and goals 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 opportunities for business growth.
Maintain proper controls over company assets and follow standard closing procedures.
Ensure the store, including front, back, and exterior areas, remains clean and maintained.
Maintain high 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.