Retail Leadership Trainee: Fast-Track to Store Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid Training and ASE Certification

Discounts on Products and Services

Flexible Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Belle Tire is seeking a Manager in Training (MIT) to develop into a store leader. This program provides hands-on experience across leadership, sales, and store operations with mentorship from a Store Manager.

You will participate in training, coaching, and real responsibilities to demonstrate readiness for promotion to Store Manager within 6–12 months. Travel to other stores may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with a valid driverE9ce.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in a retail or related customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Execute Belle Tire's 6-Step Sales Process to ensure 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 the fundamentals of P&L management, including sales, labor, and controllable expenses.
• Analyze financial reports under the guidance of the Store Manager to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in executing company initiatives and strategies 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

Data‑driven decision making

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Belle Tire is seeking a Manager in Training (MIT) to develop into a store leader. This program provides hands-on experience across leadership, sales, and store operations with mentorship from a Store Manager.

You will participate in training, coaching, and real responsibilities to demonstrate readiness for promotion to Store Manager within 6–12 months. Travel to other stores may be required.