Store Manager/Manager in Training (MIT) - Buffalo Grove, IL

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

Job summary

Join a leading tire and automotive service retailer as a Store Manager/Manager in Training. You will play a key role in driving sales, managing operations, and leading a team in a fast-paced environment. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth, along with premium benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Discounts on Products and Services

Paid Training and Reimbursement for ASE Certifications

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in retail and/or automotive service environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the store and drive sales.
• Interview and onboard store employees.
• Coach and develop employees to achieve store and personal goals.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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As a Manager in Training (MIT) at Belle Tire, you do what it takes to keep life moving for our customers. You'll play a key leadership role in the store and contribute to driving sales and managing daily operations of a multi-million-dollar retail business. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on safety and quality. We are looking for someone with a passion for leading a team and a commitment to delivering outstanding service to our customers.

What You'll Do

1. Develop lasting customer relationships by understanding customers' needs and providing Belle Tire solutions accordingly.
2. Follow Belle Tire's Sales Process.
3. Manage cash drawer; process customer payments and maintain daily cash reconciliation.
4. Direct workflow in the shop, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
5. Follow store opening and closing processes and manage day-to-day paperwork.
6. Interview and onboard store employees and write work schedules.
7. Coach and develop employees to achieve store and personal goals, fostering a positive work environment.
8. Oversee inventory management processes.
9. Ensure the facility is well-maintained.
10. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by your manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years old
• Valid driver's license
• 3+ years of leadership experience in retail and/or automotive service environment
• Customer-first mindset and ability to communicate clearly and professionally

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment

This position is based within a tire and automotive service retail store. Varying work hours, Monday through Saturday, with possible overtime. Fast-paced workshop setting with physical demands, including extended standing and heavy lifting.

Benefits

We offer premium benefits to keep your life moving.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(K) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Closed Sundays and Holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day)
• Discounts on Products and Services
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Training and Reimbursement for ASE Certifications
• Belle Tire Scholarship Program
• Career Growth Opportunities with a Growing Company
• Learn more at https://www.belletirecareers.com/benefits/

Compensation

$70,000 - $90,000 / year

About Us

At Belle Tire, we believe you deserve a better experience when it comes to tires and vehicle services. That starts with hiring people who genuinely care - that's the Belle Tire Difference. With over 180 locations and 3,000 dedicated employees across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, we are your one-stop shop for tires, wheels, and full-service automotive repairs. Our services include alignments, brakes, batteries, heating and cooling, oil changes, auto glass repair, and more.

Since 1922, we've done what it takes to keep life moving for our customers and employees. We live by a shared set of values: Customer Satisfaction is the Bottom Line, we always Do the Right Thing, we Set the Tone with a positive attitude, we believe We Are They - there is no "us" and "them" here, and we Walk the Walk by following through on our commitments. These beliefs shape a culture of trust, respect, and pride, making Belle Tire a great place to build your career.

We're not your ordinary tire shop, we're Changing Tires.

Belle Tire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure all individuals are considered for employment and advancement based on their qualifications, skills, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.