Assistant Store Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP with matching DPSP

Employee discount on tires and more

Job summary

Kal Tire in Kingston, Ontario is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead daily operations, guide a growing team, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will champion safety, productivity, and cost control while overseeing inventories and budgets.

The role offers career advancement, wage progression, and access to internal mobility and in-house certifications, with a target salary range based on experience. Kal Tire values inclusion and customer focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• High school diploma or GED; management training is a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations focusing on safety, service quality, and compliance.
• Support training, scheduling, coaching, and foster a respectful, results-driven culture.
• Manage inventory, invoices, cash reports, and collaborate with Store Manager on plans and targets.
• Provide outstanding front counter service and resolve customer issues.
• Participate in hiring, seasonal planning, and performance management under pressure.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team mentoring

Budget management

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Management training

Job description

Join us as Assistant Store Manager at Kal Tire in Kingston, ON and be at the heart of a dynamic team, driving daily operations, team development, and outstanding customer experiences. You’ll collaborate closely with management to champion safety, productivity, and cost control, while expertly managing inventory and budgets. This is your chance to lead by example, cultivate an inclusive and growth-focused workplace, and make a real impact every day.

Key Highlights of this Role

• Play a key role in fostering team member development through hiring, training, mentorship, and performance management
• Lead change effectively by serving as a change management leader and role model for your team
• Access Kal Tire’s internal mobility and in-house certification programs for continuous personal advancement
• Advance your career through a clear progression path supported by performance-based wage increases
• Contribute to a positive team culture by leading with integrity, promoting collaboration, and living Kal Tire’s core values

Why Kal Tire?

• A proudly Canadian, people-first organization with global reach, our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• The target salary range for this position is $67,069 - $70,620 per year based on experience. In addition, this role offers a defined path for career advancement, with performance-based wage increases along the way as well as eligibility for an annual variable profit-sharing program.
• Extended group health, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible full-time and part-time permanent employees.
• Participate in an RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) program with matching DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan).
• A competitive team member discount program that offers team members discounts on tires, services and more.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations ensuring safety, service quality, compliance, and maintain tools/equipment for efficient store function
• Support team training, development, scheduling, coaching on best practices, and promote a respectful, results-driven culture
• Handle inventory management, invoices, cash reports, and partner with Store Manager to implement plans and meet targets
• Provide exceptional front counter service, address emerging issues with confidence, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Contribute to hiring, seasonal planning, staff performance management, and operate effectively under pressure with sound judgement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role (preferred)
• High school diploma or GED equivalent; management training considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. as required
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build positive customer relationships
• Commitment to fostering a safe work environment by promoting the use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols

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

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