Automotive Store Manager - Fast-Track Leader (MOD Program)

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaza Tire Service is seeking a qualified Manager in Training to join the MOD program and advance to a Store Manager role. The program pairs you with an experienced Store Manager for hands-on certification, coaching, and real-time leadership development across designated stores.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years leading a team in retail or auto service, strong sales and customer-service focus, and willingness to relocate or place in open stores after program completion. Full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience leading a team in a similar role.
• Proven experience in retail or automotive service management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual plans with clearly defined goals.
• Proven track record of consistently meeting and exceeding sales and profit goals.

Responsibilities

• Set expectations and communicate regularly with employees on job responsibilities, goals, training, development, and customer service.
• Hold employees accountable for job responsibilities and goals through coaching and counseling.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Recruit, interview, and hire new employees as needed, in partnership with HR.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations for all employees.
• Analyze and measure business trends; develop and implement plans to maximize sales and meet or exceed sales and profit targets.
• Share financial targets and results with employees during store meetings.
• Review invoices and daily reports to identify business growth opportunities.
• Maintain proper controls over company assets and follow standard closing procedures.
• Ensure cleanliness and upkeep of the store; maintain merchandising standards.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and request maintenance as necessary.
• Return unused parts to vendors and process credits.

Skills

Leadership

Retail management

Customer service

Sales planning

People management

Job description

Plaza Tire Service is seeking a qualified Manager in Training to join the MOD program and advance to a Store Manager role. The program pairs you with an experienced Store Manager for hands-on certification, coaching, and real-time leadership development across designated stores.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years leading a team in retail or auto service, strong sales and customer-service focus, and willingness to relocate or place in open stores after program completion. Full-time, on-site position.