Regional Area Manager, Multi-Unit Auto Retail

Bridgestone Americas; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to oversee Bridgestone Retail Operations across a regional cluster. You will lead store managers, drive a customer-centric culture, and prioritize sales growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, operational excellence, and hands-on leadership to empower teams and deliver superior customer experiences while aligning with Vision 2020 objectives.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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 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 to lead and manage needs of the Area
• Closely monitor Talent Acquisition efforts, Labor Demand Forecasting and Payroll
• Visit each store regularly and attend region meetings as required by the Region Manager

Skills

Store management

P&L management

Leadership

Customer-centric culture

Team engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Area Manager to oversee Bridgestone Retail Operations across a regional cluster. You will lead store managers, drive a customer-centric culture, and prioritize sales growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, operational excellence, and hands-on leadership to empower teams and deliver superior customer experiences while aligning with Vision 2020 objectives.