Assistant Store Manager

Kal Tire; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP matching

DPSP matching

Employee discounts on tires and خدمات

Job summary

Kal Tire in Courtenay, BC, is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to lead daily store operations, coach the team, and drive safety, service, and results. You’ll collaborate with the Store Manager to keep things running smoothly while growing a motivated team.

The role requires 2+ years of leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to balance hands‑on work with people management. A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 30–50 lbs are expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience (retail or service environment preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, support, and hold people accountable.
• Comfortable balancing hands‑on work with team leadership.
• Good communication skills and ability to build relationships with both team and customers.
• Organized and able to manage competing priorities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to lift 30–50 lbs as part of regular duties.
• Committed to maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations, ensuring safety, service quality, and efficiency
• Lead and coach team members, including training, scheduling, and performance support
• Set expectations on the floor and reinforce safe, consistent work practices
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and developing team members
• Manage inventory, cash handling, and basic financial reporting
• Support execution of store plans, targets, and operational priorities
• Step in at the front counter as needed to support customer service
• Handle issues on the go, using sound judgment and a practical approach

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Customer service

Operations management

Tools

POS system

Job description

Assistant Store Manager

Courtenay, BC

If you’re someone who leads by example, takes ownership of the day-to-day, and enjoys developing people, this role puts you right in the middle of the action. As Assistant Store Manager, you’ll support store operations, lead the team on the floor, and help drive performance safety, service, and results. You’ll work closely with the Store Manager to keep things running smoothly, while building a strong, motivated team. We’re a Canadian company focused on supporting our people, delivering for customers, and building strong teams. In this role, you’ll have the support and trust to lead, while continuing to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations, ensuring safety, service quality, and efficiency
• Lead and coach team members, including training, scheduling, and performance support
• Set expectations on the floor and reinforce safe, consistent work practices
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and developing team members
• Manage inventory, cash handling, and basic financial reporting
• Support execution of store plans, targets, and operational priorities
• Step in at the front counter as needed to support customer service
• Handle issues on the go, using sound judgment and a practical approach

Requirements

• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience (retail or service environment preferred)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, support, and hold people accountable
• Comfortable balancing hands‑on work with team leadership
• Good communication skills and ability to build relationships with both team and customers
• Organized and able to manage competing priorities
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to lift 30–50 lbs as part of regular duties
• Committed to maintaining a safe work environment

What We Offer

• Salary: $67,069 - $70,620 per year, based on experience
• Annual profit-sharing opportunity
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• RRSP and DPSP matching program
• Employee discounts on tires and services
• Ongoing training and development, including internal mobility and certification programs
• A stable environment with clear expectations and room to grow

Hiring Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and may be invited for a guided tour of the store and service area.

All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire’s hiring managers and recruiters. Kal Tire uses AI tools to support parts of recruitment, including but not limited to job posting and pre-screening.

Kal Tire is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates considered for the role must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada. A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.