Automotive Assistant Manager

Big Brand Tire & Service; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + commission

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts and referral bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking an Automotive Assistant Manager in Tempe, Arizona. This role involves leading daily shop operations, ensuring outstanding customer service, and supporting a high-performing service team. We're looking for someone with service sales experience and proven leadership skills in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and opportunities for career advancement within our expanding organization.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership.
• Strong background in service sales (tires, brakes, maintenance, or mechanical).
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 70 lbs.
• Open availability including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Greet and advise customers, providing estimates and closing sales.
• Coach team members and manage inventory and cash handling.
• Step in for Store Manager as needed.

Skills

Service sales background

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Self-starter mentality

Job description

Automotive Assistant Manager

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization — plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Apply today! Every application is reviewed by a real member of our recruiting team. If you’re a match, one of our recruiters will personally call you this week.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Store Manager or Multi-Unit leader, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions.

Automotive Assistant Manager:

• Lead from the front: open/close, set the daily game plan, keep the shop safe, clean, and efficient
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales with confidence
• Be the bridge between techs and customers; translate inspections into trusted recommendations
• Develop the team: coach advisors and techs, reinforce process, celebrate wins, address gaps
• Run the business: inventory & ordering, cash handling/POS, scheduling, KPI tracking, compliance (OSHA/EHS)
• Cover the deck when the Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift

What Makes You a Great Fit

• At least 1–3 years of experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership
• Strong background in service sales (tires, brakes, maintenance, or mechanical)
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license + ability to lift 70 lbs (jumping in when needed is part of the job)
• A self-starter who thrives on results, accountability, and growth
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times

About Big Brand Tire & Service

For 50+ years, Big Brand has been the trusted name in tires and auto repair. Now in over 10 states and growing fast, we’re serious about two things: delivering world-class service to our customers and being the employer-of-choice by providing endless opportunities for career growth.

Big Brand Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.