Retail Store Leader in Training — Paid Training & Growth

Belle Tire; Owosso (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid training

ASE certifications

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career growth

Scholarship program

Job summary

Belle Tire's Manager in Training (MIT) program develops future store leaders through hands-on experience in all retail operations. Working with a Store Manager mentor, you will learn to lead teams, drive sales, manage operations, and deliver premium customer service while embodying the Belle Tire Way.

Expect structured training across leadership, sales processes, store operations, and financial basics. You may travel to other stores and training centers to complete the program and pursue future

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a retail or customer-facing environment.
• Desire to advance into Store Manager 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 POS 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 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

Belle Tire's Manager in Training (MIT) program develops future store leaders through hands-on experience in all retail operations. Working with a Store Manager mentor, you will learn to lead teams, drive sales, manage operations, and deliver premium customer service while embodying the Belle Tire Way.

Expect structured training across leadership, sales processes, store operations, and financial basics. You may travel to other stores and training centers to complete the program and pursue future