Manager in Training

Big Brand Tire & Service; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Insurance package

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

ASE reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking an Automotive Store Manager in Tucson to lead a busy service and sales team. The role focuses on driving KPIs, delivering five-star guest experiences, and owning the day-to-day operations.

You’ll manage payroll, inventory, and compliance while coaching staff to meet targets and grow the business. The ideal candidate has automotive store leadership experience, strong sales skills, and the ability to lead a high-volume team across scheduling, training, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years store or service management in automotive (or high-volume retail with service/P&L ownership).
• Proven sales leadership: hits targets, builds pipeline, lifts RO & close rates.
• People leader: hires well, coaches often, retains talent.
• Operational athlete: confident with KPIs, scheduling, inventory, and cash controls.
• Customer-first communicator with clear explanations and follow-through.
• Valid driver’s license; able to assist with shop flow and heavy lifting when needed.
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead the busiest guest-facing hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead & develop: recruit, hire, schedule, coach, and performance-manage a winning team.
• Win the day: set the game plan, drive KPIs, celebrate wins, course-correct fast; own the guest experience.
• Drive sales: execute playbooks, price with confidence, ensure clear recommendations and follow-through.
• Run the P&L: payroll discipline, inventory accuracy, shrink control, budget adherence.
• Protect the house: OSHA/EHS compliance, cleanliness, equipment/vendor coordination.
• Operate with excellence: cash/POS controls, reporting, audits, and policy adherence.

Skills

Store management

Sales leadership

Customer service

P&L management

People leadership

Job description

Automotive Store Manager

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

Description

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other. We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization - plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Store Manager or Multi-Unit leader, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions.

Automotive Store Manager

• Lead & develop: recruit, hire, schedule, coach, and performance-manage a winning team
• Win the day: set the game plan, drive KPIs, celebrate wins, course-correct fast Own the guest experience: model five-star service; jump in on estimates, approvals, and tough saves
• Drive sales: execute playbooks, price with confidence, ensure clear recommendations & follow-through
• Run the P&L: payroll discipline, inventory accuracy, shrink control, budget adherence
• Protect the house: OSHA/EHS compliance, cleanliness, equipment/vendor coordination
• Operate with excellence: cash/POS controls, reporting, audits, and policy adherence

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 2+ years store or service management in automotive (or high-volume retail with strong service & P&L ownership)
• Proven sales leadership: hits targets, builds pipeline, lifts average RO & close rates
• People leader: hires well, coaches often, holds standards, retains talent
• Operational athlete: confident with KPIs, scheduling, inventory, and cash controls
• Customer-first communicator who builds trust with clear explanations and follow-through
• Valid driver’s license; able to assist with shop flow (periodic lifting up to 70 lbs)
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead the store through our busiest guest-facing hours

Nice-to-have: ASEs, multi-brand experience, turnaround wins, Spanish/English bilingual.

What Success Looks Like (KPIs You’ll Own)

• Comp sales growth & gross profit dollars
• Labor/parts margin health; average RO; alignment & warranty attachment
• Technician productivity & efficiency; clocking and MEAL/OT compliance
• Inventory accuracy & shrink; safety & audit scores
• Team engagement, retention, and bench readiness

About Big Brand Tire & Service

For 50+ years, Big Brand has been the trusted name in tires and auto repair. Now in over 10 states and growing fast, we’re serious about two things: delivering world-class service to our customers and being the employer-of-choice by providing endless opportunities for career growth.

Big Brand Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.