Manager in Training: Lead Teams, Drive Growth

Belle Tire Inc; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Paid Time Off

ASE Certification reimbursement

Belle Tire Scholarship Program

Employee Referral Program

Paid Training

Discounts on tires and services

Job summary

Belle Tire Inc. is seeking a Manager in Training (MIT) to develop into a store leader. Working with a Store Manager mentor, you will learn to lead teams, drive sales, manage operations, and deliver premium customer service.

This hands-on program blends training, observation, and direct leadership responsibilities across sales, operations, and financials, with travel to other stores and training centers as needed. Successful MIT graduates advance into Store Manager roles.

Qualifications

• You must be at least 18 years old.
• You must have a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a retail or customer-facing environment.
• Desire to advance into a Store Manager role within 6–12 months.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial acumen and comfort with data-driven decision making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Learn to lead, coach, and motivate a retail team to achieve business and customer goals.
• Develop leadership and communication skills that foster trust, accountability, and engagement.
• Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork while modeling Belle Tire's culture and values.
• Observe and assist in conducting team huddles, performance feedback, and training sessions.
• Apply strategic thinking by connecting daily tasks to broader store and company goals.
• Learn and execute Belle Tire's 6-Step Sales Process to ensure consistent, customer-focused interactions.
• Support team members in identifying customer needs and offering effective solutions.
• Drive sales across all products and services while maintaining strong service standards.
• Build customer relationships and assist with resolving concerns or escalations.
• Gain hands-on experience with store operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory, facility, cleaning, and workflow management.
• Learn how to ensure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
• Assist in coordinating shop productivity and ensuring efficient communication between sales and technicians.
• Understand how operational decisions impact the overall customer experience and store performance.
• Learn fundamentals of P&L management, including sales, labor, and controllable expenses.
• Analyze financial reports to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in executing company initiatives to achieve operational goals.
• Support accurate recordkeeping and inventory management practices.
• Serve as a role model for Belle Tire's beliefs, behaviors, and customer-first mindset.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
• Engage with the team and community to strengthen the Belle Tire brand.
• Successfully complete the structure training program, which integrates in-store hands-on experience, classroom instruction, digital learning modules, and assessments to demonstrate proficiency.
• Work closely with trainers and leaders to apply and strengthen your skills in sales, shop, and store operational processes.
• Demonstrate readiness for promotion through consistent individual performance, professional behavior, and alignment with Belle Tire's Values.
• Flexibility to travel to other stores and training centers to complete the full training experience.
• Open to travel or relocate for future store leadership opportunities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Financial acumen

Data-driven decision making

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Adaptability

Learning agility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Point-of-Sale Systems

Job description

Belle Tire Inc. is seeking a Manager in Training (MIT) to develop into a store leader. Working with a Store Manager mentor, you will learn to lead teams, drive sales, manage operations, and deliver premium customer service.

This hands-on program blends training, observation, and direct leadership responsibilities across sales, operations, and financials, with travel to other stores and training centers as needed. Successful MIT graduates advance into Store Manager roles.