Manager In Training

Bridgestone US; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in tire and auto service is seeking an energetic individual to join their retail team. In this role, you will engage with customers both in person and over the phone, addressing their needs and promoting products and services. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring that every teammate feels valued and empowered. With opportunities for growth and development, you will be part of a mission to serve society with superior quality. If you thrive in a dynamic retail setting and are motivated to succeed, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Training and Mentorship

Corporate Social Responsibility Activities

Diverse and Inclusive Team

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in retail or customer service is required.
• Strong communication skills to explain warranty options.

Responsibilities

• Build customer satisfaction and loyalty through service.
• Promote products and services effectively.
• Respond energetically to customer inquiries.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Experience

Job description

Company Overview

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported.We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So,show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what weneed.

Job Category Retail Position Summary An energetic position to provide customer needs in person and on the phone. Use your communication skills to explain warranty options, establish time commitments between technicians and customers, checkout procedures and promotion of products and services. Responsibilities

• Building customer satisfaction & loyalty
• The merchandising, advertising and promotion of products and services
• Energetic responsiveness to every customer, on the phone and in the store
• Desire to succeed in a retail environment
• Motivated sales individual
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Relevant experience and education required

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.