Regional Area Manager — Multi-Store Retail Leader

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager to lead the operations and compliance of Bridgestone Retail stores within a defined region. You will guide store managers to deliver a superior customer experience, drive sales growth, manage P&L, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across locations.

Travel is required; a strong focus on developing teammates, building a customer-centric culture, and collaborating with regional teams to execute Vision 2020 initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years combined experience managing a single store or multi-unit retail operation.
• Minimum 3-5 years oversight of a P&L for a store or area/district.
• High school degree or equivalent is required.
• BS/BA Degree Strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3-5 years experience as a hiring manager recruiting, hiring and promoting teammates.
• Automotive Industry experience preferred but not required.
• Resides in assigned Area.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.
• Must be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of multiple Store Managers and their retail locations
• Support company initiatives to achieve the Vision 2020 Company strategy and to deliver a high-performance, customer-centric culture
• Monitor performance goals for each store including customer count/retention, unit sales, CFNA (credit card) applications, telephone conversions 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 related duties
• Ensure stores within the assigned area are following compliance and safety policies and procedures
• Manage and resolve customer escalations
• Partner with other region and Store Support Center staff as needed to lead and manage needs of the Area (Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, etc.)
• Closely monitor Talent Acquisition efforts, Labor Demand Forecasting and Payroll
• Visit each store regularly and attend region meetings as required by the Region Manager
• Seeking a leader who can:
• Engage teammates and improve retention
• Deliver on commitments
• Has a passion for developing others
• Lead and manage stores through change
• Properly recognize teammates for their accomplishments
• Take care of our customers and support the communities we serve

Education

High school degree or equivalent

BS/BA Degree Strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Minimum 3-5 years oversight of a P&L for a store or area/district

Minimum 8 years combined experience managing a single store or multi-unit retail operation

3-5 years experience as a hiring manager recruiting, hiring and promoting teammates

Must be willing to travel

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager to lead the operations and compliance of Bridgestone Retail stores within a defined region. You will guide store managers to deliver a superior customer experience, drive sales growth, manage P&L, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across locations.

Travel is required; a strong focus on developing teammates, building a customer-centric culture, and collaborating with regional teams to execute Vision 2020 initiatives.