Assistant Store Manager - Commercial

Kal Tire; Terrace; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Store Manager to join their team in Terrace. This role involves supporting the Store Manager in daily operations, mentoring team members, and ensuring a customer-focused environment. You will leverage your leadership skills to foster a strong team culture while managing sales and service operations. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on safety, this position offers a chance to grow within a company that values innovation and teamwork. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for the automotive industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Prescription Benefits

Massage Therapy Benefits

EAP Benefits

Profit Sharing Program

RRSP Matching

Paid Vacation

Employee Discounts

Access to New Tools and Technology

Qualifications

• 3+ years in managerial/supervisory roles, preferably in automotive.
• Proven sales abilities and understanding of P&L statements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily operations and team development.
• Drive customer engagement and ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Team Leadership

Sales Abilities

Budget Management

Inventory Management

Coaching

Pressure Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Management Training

Tools

Manufacturing Equipment

Job description

Reporting to the Store Manager, Kal Tire is hiring a versatile Assistant Store Manager in Terrace, BC. You will be responsible for assisting the store manager in the day-to-day management of the store. You will influence and mentor others to fit into a strong cultured team at this location. As a front-line leader, you play a variety of roles in the store, from sales and service expert, to mentor team members, and plan/execute administrator, manager and more.

You will be process-driven, develop teams, demonstrate visible leadership skills and bring an entrepreneurial spirit with exceptional drive and dedication to ensure Kal Tire's location is running in an efficient, profitable, and safe environment for team members, customers, and guests.

Hours:

• Full-Time Permanent
• Monday to Saturday

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary of 60K+ depending on experience.
• Dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, EAP benefits and more.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
• We grant everyone access to the newest tools and technology in manufacturing equipment, allowing all our team members to gain the latest skills in today’s market.
• A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more.
• Working with a Well-Established Company – Kal Tire has been in business for almost 70 years. Continued expansion plans lead to career advancement opportunities.

What kind of person are we looking for?

• You’re interested in the automotive industry and like working within a high energy, fast paced team environment.
• You’ve got at least 3 years of experience in managerial/supervisory roles (preferred).
• Drives customer engagement by coaching team to greet and proactively communicate with customers to improve their experience.
• Works collaboratively with Store Manager to implement strategies, plans and ensure supporting activities are completed to deliver expected outcomes.
• You’ve had exposure to managing profit and loss statements.
• You have proven sales abilities, preferably in a counter sales environment.
• You have demonstrated an understanding and working knowledge of budget and inventory management.
• Assists the Store Manager with hiring, training, and preparing for seasonal needs.
• Having a positive attitude and being prepared to go through the Assistant Store Manager's certification process.
• Assists with managing Kal Tire assets and cash flow in accordance with company standards and expectations.
• You can operate with confidence and sound judgment under pressure; are able to prioritize effectively.
• You’re experienced in recruiting, retaining and developing team members.
• You have a valid driver’s licence.
• You like being active throughout your day and have no problem lifting 30-50 lb tires around as needed.
• You’re always safety conscious, wear required PPE and follow safe work protocols as instructed.
• You have a high school diploma/GED equivalent and some management training (preferred).

About the company

Kal Tire is a wholly owned Canadian company based in Vernon, British Columbia, where it was founded in 1953 by Thomas J.