Branch Manager in Training, 26-27, Full Benefits

CarHop Auto Sales; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Quarterly performance-based bonus

Job summary

CarHop Auto Sales in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Manager to oversee retail operations and staff. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and communication skills. Responsibilities include setting sales goals, training staff, and managing day-to-day operations. The role offers a salary of $26-$27/hr, health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. This position promotes work-life balance with weekends off and limited branch hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of successful experience as supervisor/manager required.
• Ability to stay calm, patient & professional at all times.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Leading yourself and team in a way that supports CarHop’s vision.
• Setting a clear vision and goals for the sales team.
• Engaging and motivating the team to achieve performance goals.
• Oversight of the sales process and performance monitoring.
• Hiring, coaching, and training all store staff.
• Managing branch sales, inventory, and warranty.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CarHop is a growing nationwide auto sales and finance company with a “can do” attitude. We believe in work‑life balance, training, development, and promoting our teams from within.

A track record of consistent expansion means we anticipate continued growth well past 2026!

Manager will work with an existing Branch Manager to oversee a retail location and its staff to achieve profitable sales, with the ultimate goal of possibly relocating and overseeing your own retail location.

The ideal candidate is sales and team-oriented, displays strong attention to detail, and maintains professionalism at all times. The Manager is a skilled multi‑tasker who demonstrates creative leadership methods to motivate employees.

Manager Benefits

• Great starting salary $26-$27hr, additional earning potential with quarterly performance‑based bonus once you get your own store!
• Great work/life balance – 2 days off per week; branches are open less than 50 hours per week nationwide.
• Locations close at 6:00pm weekdays, 5:00pm Saturdays, and closed on Sundays.
• Full health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/Flex spend).
• 401(k) w/ company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) plus 6 paid holidays.
• Car sales experience is not necessary at any level.

Manager Responsibilities

• Leading yourself and team in a way that supports CarHop’s vision and mission.
• Setting a clear vision and goals for the sales team to achieve targeted performance goals.
• Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals and performance expectations.
• Driving the business through a high level of involvement in day‑to‑day operations.
• Overseeing the sales process and monitoring performance and execution.
• Hiring, coaching, and training all store staff – conducting weekly training and one‑on‑ones.
• Mentoring new staff on standard methodologies for improving performance.
• Managing all aspects of branch which include sales, inventory, and warranty.
• Analyzing the business and developing action plans to improve performance ensuring the branch achieves forecasted goals and objectives.

Manager Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of successful experience as supervisor/manager required.
• Strong leadership skills with proven record of building, coaching and motivating a team preferred.
• Ability to stay calm, patient & professional at all times.
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to work required Saturdays (closed Sundays).
• Ability to travel to other stores to assist with coverage.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier.
• Willing to submit to a pre‑employment background check with results consistent with Company hiring standards.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, disability (including those related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status, membership or non‑membership in a labor organization, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic or activity protected under federal, state, or local law.