Automotive Store Manager

Stranik Automotive Group; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Stranik Automotive Group in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a seasoned Store Manager to lead automotive and general service technicians, ensure safety and efficiency, and drive growth while delivering outstanding customer satisfaction.

You will recruit, hire, train, motivate and coach staff; oversee vehicle inspections, pricing estimates and service specials; manage inventory, payroll and daily sales reporting; and maintain a collaborative, high‑performing work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in store/service management in an automotive setting.
• General automotive knowledge and strong customer service demeanor.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead automotive and general service technicians in daily shop operations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while advising customers.
• Oversee inspections, estimates, and pricing discussions with customers.
• Manage inventory, payroll, and daily sales reporting.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and productive workplace.

Skills

Store/Service manager experience

Automotive knowledge

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

POS and internet skills

Leadership and team building

Flexibility incl. weekends/evenings/ho

Valid driver's license

Education

College degree or coursework

Tools

POS software

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

We are a rapidly growing, family-owned and operated auto repair group looking for you! We have 60 years in the business and we know a thing or two about how to treat our employees and our customers.

High Google ratings bring in a strong customer base and experienced people up front keep our bays full. Most of our managers started as technicians so they understand what it takes to be successful in this business

We are looking for leaders with a proven track record, to help our company continue on our record-setting sales and growth plan.

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 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 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