Area Manager — Multi-Unit Retail Leader

Bridgestone Americas; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to lead the operations and compliance of multiple stores within a defined region. You will guide store managers to deliver the best customer experience and manage the P&L to drive sales growth.

The role requires deep retail experience and willingness to travel as needed to support stores. Responsibilities include overseeing store performance, implementing Vision 2020 initiatives, monitoring KPIs, and developing staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years combined experience managing a single store or multi-unit retail operation.
• Minimum 3-5 years oversight of a P&L for a store or area/district.
• High school degree or equivalent is required.
• BS/BA Degree strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3-5 years experience as a hiring manager recruiting, hiring and promoting teammates.
• Resides in assigned Area and must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of multiple Store Managers and their retail locations.
• Support company initiatives to achieve Vision 2020 strategy and 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 the area.
• Drive B2B business within the assigned area and train Store Managers on B2B duties.
• Ensure stores follow compliance and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage and resolve customer escalations.
• Collaborate with region and Store Support Center staff as needed.

Skills

Store leadership

P&L management

Customer focus

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma

BS/BA degree preferred

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to lead the operations and compliance of multiple stores within a defined region. You will guide store managers to deliver the best customer experience and manage the P&L to drive sales growth.

The role requires deep retail experience and willingness to travel as needed to support stores. Responsibilities include overseeing store performance, implementing Vision 2020 initiatives, monitoring KPIs, and developing staff.