Area Manager - Multi-Unit Auto Service Retail

Bridgestone Americas; Minnesota; On-site; USD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager for Bridgestone Retail Operations in Minnesota to lead the performance and compliance of multiple stores. You will supervise store managers, shape sales growth, and ensure a customer-centric culture while driving profitability and safety.

The role requires extensive experience in multi-unit retail, P&L oversight, and travel across the assigned area; a BS/BA is preferred, and willingness to travel is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years combined experience managing a single store or multi‑unit operation.
• 3–5 years oversight of a P&L for a store or area/district.
• High school degree or equivalent is required; BS/BA strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3–5 years experience as a hiring manager recruiting, hiring and promoting teammates.
• Must be willing to travel; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of multiple Store Managers and their retail locations.
• Support company initiatives to achieve the Vision 2020 Company strategy and to deliver a high‑performance, customer‑centric culture.
• Monitor performance goals for each store including customer count/retention, unit sales, CFNA applications, telephone conversions and safety.
• Identify training and development opportunities for teammates.
• Set business plan and manage the P&L for assigned Area.
• Drive B2B business within the assigned area and train Store Managers on B2B related duties.
• Ensure stores within the assigned area are following compliance and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage and resolve customer escalations.
• Partner with other region and Store Support Center staff as needed to lead and manage needs of the Area.
• Closely monitor Talent Acquisition efforts, Labor Demand Forecasting and Payroll.
• Visit each store regularly and attend region meetings as required by the Region Manager

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Hiring manager experience

Travel willingness

Team development

Education

BS/BA Degree strongly preferred

High School Diploma required

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager for Bridgestone Retail Operations in Minnesota to lead the performance and compliance of multiple stores. You will supervise store managers, shape sales growth, and ensure a customer-centric culture while driving profitability and safety.

The role requires extensive experience in multi-unit retail, P&L oversight, and travel across the assigned area; a BS/BA is preferred, and willingness to travel is essential.