Regional Area Manager, Auto Service Retail

Bridgestone Americas; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding program

Mentorship & growth

CSR activities

Global work environment

Work-life balance

Inclusive team

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to lead store operations, drive customer-centric culture, and manage P&L across a regional group. You will guide store managers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and execute Vision 2020 initiatives while ensuring compliance and safety.

A strategic, hands-on leader is essential for growth and service excellence. The role offers a competitive pay range and requires travel within the assigned area, with focus on operational excellence and

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years combined experience managing a single store or multi-unit retail operation.
• 3-5 years oversight of a P&L for a store or area/district.
• Resides in assigned Area.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of multiple Store Managers and their retail locations.
• Support company initiatives to achieve Vision 2020 strategy and deliver a high-performance, customer-centric culture.
• Monitor performance goals for each store including customer count/retention, unit sales, CFNA applications and safety.
• Identify training and development opportunities for teammates.
• Set business plan and manage the P&L for assigned Area.
• Drive B2B business within the assigned area and train Store Managers on B2B duties.
• Ensure stores within the assigned area follow compliance and safety policies.
• Manage and resolve customer escalations.
• Partner with region and Store Support Center staff as needed.
• Visit each store regularly and attend region meetings as required.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Retail operations

Hiring experience

Travel readiness

Education

BS/BA degree

High school degree

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to lead store operations, drive customer-centric culture, and manage P&L across a regional group. You will guide store managers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and execute Vision 2020 initiatives while ensuring compliance and safety.

A strategic, hands-on leader is essential for growth and service excellence. The role offers a competitive pay range and requires travel within the assigned area, with focus on operational excellence and