Store Manager

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Oak Knoll (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Store Operations Leader in Nashville to oversee daily store operations and drive sales. You will coach staff, manage inventory, and ensure customer satisfaction in a dynamic automotive retail environment.

The role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus for first-time hires, with a pay range of $67,430.00–$114,620.00. Bridgestone provides competitive benefits, training, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Retail sales management experience.
• Ability to manage inventory, scheduling, and merchandising displays.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and drive store sales and promotions.
• Coach and develop store teammates and manage payroll and store goals.
• Maintain records and financial information up to date.
• Schedule staff according to skill levels and attend training.
• Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year college degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridstone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

Job Category Retail Position Summary

Sign-on bonus of $2,500 (first-time hires only) Responsible for every aspect of the store operation, which includes: selecting, coaching and developing store teammates as well as merchandising, advertising and promotion of products and services. Pay Range: $67,430.00 - $114,620.00 ___ Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

Responsibilities

• Customer service.
• Drive store sales & promotions.
• Build customer satisfaction & loyalty creating results for teammates, customers and the company
• Understand alternative tire sourcing and competitors.
• Track and meet payroll, budgets and store goals.
• Keep records and relevant financial information current.
• Manage, schedule and assign staff according to their skill level.
• Attend paid training to stay up-to-date with new developments in the automotive service industry.
• Follow up with customers to obtain feedback and ensure they are satisfied with received.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated success in retail sales management.
• Problem solving skills as it relates to customer complaints.
• Aptitude to manage inventory, order scheduling, and merchandising displays.
• Must be able to assist customers for personal sales as well as complaints to ensure customer retention and loyalty.
• Exceptional teammate and customer communication skills.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 year college degree or equivalent.

OUR CREW KNOWS BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all our teammates
• Paid vacation and holidays
• On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) match
• On demand pay (daily pay) program available

OUR VALUES

GIVE BACK TO YOU

• Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

Based in Nashville Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone Americas family of companies also operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and play.