Management Trainee

About the role

Big O Management Trainees perform a variety of store functions while learning management skills and demonstrating increasing proficiency in preparation for managing a Big O Tire Store.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating all aspects of store operations including but not limited to sales, office, and shop management
• Staffing the store with adequate personnel, implementing training programs, and executing all company programs, policies, and procedures
• Setting goals and strategies to ensure the successful accomplishment of budgeted sales goals, gross profit percentages, expense control, and payroll objectives
• Develop and maintain the ability to perform all aspects of store operations including but not limited to shop, sales, office, and management
• Promote sales through explaining the benefits of services and products to customers
• Perform vehicle inspections, print vehicle owner’s manual maintenance requirements, and prioritize and promote needed products and services with customers and management; consistently conduct work order reviews for accuracy
• Shadow the Store Manager to develop and enhance skills with hiring and evaluation processes for location employees and provide input regarding employee performance
• Guide staff in the resolution of difficult questions or customer concerns
• Conduct weekly store meetings to review safety issues, store policies, procedures, and product information changes as required
• Review and analyze profit and loss statements, balance sheets, payroll projections, and company P-card reconciliations
• Ensure prompt and consistent opening and closing of location based on store hours of operation
• Perform financial tasks for the store including accounts payable and receivable, oversight of daily cash handling and coordination and verification of daily bank deposit
• Maintain accurate inventory, through timely receiving assets and orders in the system, daily spot checks, bi-weekly re-order, and a complete physical inventory at the end of the month, reporting any overage or shortage
• Complete any necessary reports or provide information to company personnel as directed in a timely manner
• Recommend and implement merchandising, advertising, and promotions to effectively market product
• Maintain internal and external store appearance to comply with Big O Tires standards
• Properly train new employees and develop the skills of the team
• Clean facilities, tools and equipment and stock shelves
• Timely complete daily Today’s Class Technician and other required training

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to obtain the state appropriate Motor Vehicle Inspection license within one year of hire
• Ability to learn new concepts and use technical materials
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and lead team meetings
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, averages and percentages and making change
• Able to infrequently travel overnight
• Able to consistently work in outdoor weather conditions
• Able to safely operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles
• Able to comply with Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) regulations
• Ability to move and position self to move and retrieve product and supplies from shelves, under counters, or stacks of inventory weighing 75 pounds
• Able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Able to prioritize and plan work activities using time efficiently
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language to communicate with customers, coworkers, and supervisors
• Ability to meet company requirements including successful pre-employment screenings

Preferred Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years or more of experience in the retail or sales industries
• One year or more as a member of the Big O Tires team
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Sales abilities
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities using time efficiently
• Ability to perform detail work with accuracy

About Mfa Petroleum Company

MFA Petroleum Company is an Equal Opportunity/Drug-Free Employer. MFA Petroleum operates Break Time convenience stores in Missouri and a Big O Tires franchise in Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas. MFA Oil supplies fuels, lubricants, and propane to customers in Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. MFA Oil also operates BluSphere Energy, a solar panel installation company, and APM, a wholesale fuel distributor.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to invest in you! We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time positions, including competitive wages, paid time off, paid company holidays, and the opportunity for eligible employees to share in company success through profit sharing and/or performance incentives. Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and company-paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability. Our retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a company match offering pre-tax and Roth options.

Growth & Development

We believe there's always room to learn and grow, from entry-level employees to senior leaders. Opportunities exist for internal advancement and professional development including on-the-job training. Educational expense assistance is available for employees seeking to continue their education ambitions aligned with their employment within the company.