District Manager
Precision Tune Auto Care · Decatur, AL · 2 mo ago
Business Development$52k–$104k/yrFull-time
Precision Tune Auto Care is celebrating its 50th year as a trusted leader in automotive service and a Franchise 500 top-rated brand. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to integrity, safety, and top-quality customer service.
About the role
We are seeking a District Manager to lead our team and drive sales, while delivering exceptional customer service. This role requires a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced automotive environment and loves developing people.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay: $52,000 - $104,000
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: coverage begins the 1st of the month after your hire date
- Retail plan enrollment available
- Paid Time Off (PTO) to relax and recharge
- Closed evenings and Sundays: enjoy a better work-life balance
- 7 paid holidays off
What You’ll Do
- Strategic Leadership & Talent Development
- Bench Strength Cultivation: Identify and groom high-potential Service Managers and Shop Leads for future advancement
- Performance Coaching: Conduct regular "shop visits" to provide hands-on coaching to management teams, focusing on KPI improvement and employee engagement
- Strategic Recruitment: Partner with HR to forecast staffing needs across the district, ensuring a proactive approach to hiring skilled technicians and service advisors
- Financial & Operational Excellence
- P&L Accountability: Analyze district-level financial reports to identify trends, control labor costs, and implement regional strategies to increase EBITA and top-line sales
- Asset & Inventory Management: Audit inventory integrity and high-value equipment across all locations to minimize shrink and ensure operational readiness
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and company safety policies to mitigate risk and ensure a safe working environment
- Vendor Strategy: Negotiate and manage regional vendor relationships to optimize parts procurement costs and service speed
- Sales & Customer Growth
- Market Expansion: Identify opportunities for market share growth within the district and support the launch of new locations or service offerings
- CVI Excellence: Audit the quality and consistency of Courtesy Vehicle Inspections (CVIs) to ensure customers receive comprehensive care and shops maximize ticket opportunities
- Fleet Partnership: Act as the primary escalation point for regional Fleet accounts, ensuring high-priority service levels and long-term contract retention
- Customer Advocacy: Monitor district-wide Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and online reviews, implementing corrective action plans for stores underperforming in customer satisfaction
- Administrative & Regional Support Systems Integration: Lead the rollout of new POS systems, shop technologies, or operational software across the district
- Emergency Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for after-hours store emergencies, security alarms, or facilities issues within the region
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the liaison between shop-level teams and corporate leadership to communicate vision, feedback, and operational hurdles
Experience & Education
- 5+ years of multi-unit management experience, preferably in the automotive service, tire, or retail industries
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
- Advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, with a proven track record of hitting EBITDA and revenue targets
- Strong understanding of automotive shop flow, including labor hours, parts margins, and technician productivity metrics
- Demonstrated ability to manage "managers from a distance"—hiring, training, and holding remote teams accountable to high standards
Physical Demands
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders
- Operate a vehicle safely and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.