Store Manager – Automotive Service & Tire Leader

Plaza Tire Service; Chatham (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus

Paid training

Medical, dental, Vision

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Plaza Tire Service in Virden, IL is seeking a Store Manager (Automotive Service & Tire) to lead daily operations, drive sales, and deliver outstanding customer experiences. You will oversee team development, safety, and profitability while partnering with district leadership to execute growth strategies.

The role offers a strong compensation package with salary plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within Sun Auto Tire & Service network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive service, tire, retail, or store management.
• Strong track record of success in sales, operations and team leadership.
• Experience managing store performance, KPIs, budgets, labor, inventory, or P&L results.
• Strong customer service, sales, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a process-driven environment with attention to detail and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team to deliver a professional, customer-first experience.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop teammates to drive performance.
• Set clear expectations and maintain a positive, safe work environment.
• Analyze store metrics and drive plans to meet or exceed targets (sales, OI, gross profit, labor, inventory).
• Own store-level P&L and drive revenue growth and cost control.
• Manage parts and tire inventory in the POS, including receiving, invoicing, returns, and warranty tracking.
• Resolve escalated customer concerns with urgency and professionalism.
• Serve as primary store contact for vendors, facilities, and equipment needs.

Skills

Store leadership

Customer service

Sales & KPIs

Team development

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail orientation

POS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Inspector License (where applicable)

ASE certification preferred

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plaza Tire Service in Virden, IL is seeking a Store Manager (Automotive Service & Tire) to lead daily operations, drive sales, and deliver outstanding customer experiences. You will oversee team development, safety, and profitability while partnering with district leadership to execute growth strategies.

The role offers a strong compensation package with salary plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within Sun Auto Tire & Service network.