Manager In Training

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 offers opportunities to build a career in retail and automotive services.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Manager in Training (MIT) to support retail store operations while preparing for future leadership opportunities. This hands-on role provides experience in tire and automotive service sales, customer engagement, and operational excellence.

This is a structured 90-day training program designed to prepare you for promotion to Store Manager. During this period, you’ll complete training modules, demonstrate leadership competencies, and participate in a formal evaluation.

• Successfully complete all required training modules
• Demonstrate the necessary competencies and leadership behaviors
• Participate in and pass a formal interview evaluation conducted by leadership

If all program requirements are met, you will be assigned to a Store Manager role, ideally within a reasonable distance of your geographical location or within the market where the MIT training occurred. The ultimate location would be a mutual agreement between you and your manager. If there is not a location that is agreed upon at the time of placement consideration, you may be placed in a Professional Service Manager (PSM) role within the market.

If program requirements are not met, reassignment to a Professional Service Manager (PSM) role in the market may occur, which includes a pay adjustment. If all requirements are met but no Store Manager opening is available, you will remain in the MIT role until one becomes available.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations including inventory, merchandising, and customer service
• Learn to lead and coach teammates, assist with scheduling, and contribute to team development
• Engage with customers to drive sales and ensure satisfaction
• Participate in physical store duties such as unloading shipments, changing tires, and maintaining cleanliness

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Interest in retail management and willingness to complete required training

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior management experience
• Leadership & development experience with multi-person direct reports
• Successful P&L track record

Pay

$15.75 - $23.67 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401k plan
• Performance incentives
• Formal training and regular mentorship
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Supportive and engaging onboarding experience
• Opportunities for development and growth
• Agility and work/life effectiveness support
• Inclusive and dynamic work environment