Automotive Store Manager

Midas International, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Manager to lead operations and drive performance in a fast-paced automotive service environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage a team of skilled technicians while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in automotive repair, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. Join a company that values growth and development, providing endless opportunities to enhance your career in the automotive industry. If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of store or service manager experience required.
• Strong knowledge of automotive repair and customer service skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct automotive service technicians and operations.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and oversee inventory management.
• Deliver daily sales reports and maintain cleanliness and compliance.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Leadership

Customer service

POS computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Inventory management

Education

College degree or coursework

Tools

POS systems

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 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.

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.
• Follow up with customers on 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 the team while keeping in tune with our company’s vision, purpose, core values, and employee creed.
• Oversee all sales, accounting, and clerical functions from Service Advisors.
• Oversee technicians’ inspections, diagnosing, and repairing domestic, European, and Asian cars and light trucks.
• Maintain inventory counts.
• Be responsible for any inventory losses.
• Ensure overall cleanliness and organization of the facility, including environmental compliance.
• Manage employee payroll; record keeping of hours and scheduling.
• Update and submit 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 weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license.

Compensation: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

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.