Automotive Store Manager

Midas LEGGETT AUTO; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Manager to lead operations in a fast-paced automotive service environment. This role involves overseeing a team of technicians, ensuring exceptional customer service, and managing store performance through effective leadership and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a solid background in automotive repair, and a passion for cultivating a collaborative work culture. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers opportunities for growth and development in the automotive industry.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of store or service manager experience required.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct automotive technicians in the shop operations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and oversee vehicle inspections.
• Maintain inventory and ensure environmental compliance.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Team Building Skills

General Automotive Knowledge

POS Computer Skills

Education

College Degree or Coursework

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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 ASE Certifications and/or 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 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. Veterans and former military are encouraged to apply.

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
• Excellent customer service disposition
• Good communication skills
• Strong POS computer and Internet skills
• Leadership ability
• Team building skills
• Ability to work a flexible retail schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Valid driver’s license