Automotive Store Manager

Velocity Staffing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive services is seeking a dynamic Store Manager to lead their team. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving financial performance in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid background in automotive knowledge, and the ability to foster a collaborative work culture. Join a company that values growth and development, offering endless opportunities to enhance your expertise in the automotive sector. If you are passionate about leading teams and delivering exceptional service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of store or service manager experience in the automotive industry.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all automotive and general service technicians in the shop.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and oversee vehicle inspections.
• Handle inventory management and maintain cleanliness of the facility.

Skills

Leadership Ability

General Automotive Knowledge

POS Computer Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility in Schedule

Education

University/College Degree

Some Coursework

Tools

POS Systems

Inventory Management Software

Job description

At Midas, we are dedicated to providing quality services to customer vehicles in the areas of inspection, diagnosis, and repair utilizing the expertise attained through years of automotive repair experience.

The Midas Store Manager is responsible for business operations and store performance (safety, efficiencies, and profit/loss accountability). He or she promotes customer satisfaction and retention and growth of existing and new business. In addition, the Store Manager owns overall operations in terms of cost control, inventory management, environmental compliance, and most importantly, safety. He or she provides strong and consistent leadership to cultivate and maintain a harmonious, collaborative, and highly productive work culture.

We are looking for a seasoned manager with an entrepreneurial spirit who will assume responsibility for operations, financial performance, morale, and growth initiatives. The ideal candidate for this position has a University/College degree or some coursework (preferred), three years of experience in the automotive repair business, some supervisory/management/mentor experience, a continuous improvement background, P&L experience, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

As a Midas Store Manager, you will manage and direct all automotive and general service technicians in the operation of the shop, including:

• Recruit, hire, train, motivate, evaluate, schedule and coach employees
• Deliver exceptional customer service while listening and consulting customers
• Following up with customers, services requested, estimated completion times etc.
• Oversee complete vehicle inspections and then make comprehensive recommendations—building computerized repair orders and sourcing parts
• Deliver and discuss pricing estimates with customers as well as promoting shop service specials
• Lead, manage, and train team while keeping in tune with our companies’ vision, purpose, core values, and employee creed.
• Oversee all sales, accounting and clerical functions from Service Advisors
• Oversee technicians’ inspections, diagnosing and repairing of domestic, European and Asian cars and light trucks
• Maintain inventory counts
• Responsible for any inventory losses
• Overall cleanliness and organization of the facility, including environmental compliance
• Employee’s payroll; record-keeping of hours and scheduling
• Updating and submitting daily sales reports to Corporate

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of store or service manager experience
• General automotive knowledge
• Strong POS computer and Internet skills
• Leadership ability
• Ability to work a flexible retail schedule including weekend evenings
• Valid driver’s license

Compensation: 35000-70000

Join Our Team

As one of the largest destinations for automotive services, Midas is dominating the industry in developing career paths and building relationships within the communities they serve.

At Midas, we take care of everything… tires, brakes, oil… so the opportunities to grow and develop expertise with Midas are endless.

MIDAS locations are independently owned and operated by franchisees. Your application will be directed to the MIDAS franchise location you applied to and all hiring and employment decisions will be made by that location’s management team. MIDAS is an equal opportunity employer with a strict policy against any form of discrimination.