Store Manager - Automotive Service

ARKATIRE LLC is a growth-focused retail automotive platform based in Northwest Arkansas. With years of experience and a network of trusted advisors, we have a proven formula for long-term growth in retail automotive. We currently operate three locations under the names “University Auto and Tire” and “The Grease Pig Lube and Tune” in Fayetteville, Arkansas, known for their great reputations in the community. We provide local, honest, and professional automotive repair and maintenance services.

About the role

This opportunity is ideal for someone with the drive and leadership ability to grow into managing an automotive service location. Previous automotive management experience is a plus but not required. We are willing to develop the right person who demonstrates strong leadership, accountability, customer service, and a desire to grow. Our Store Managers develop their team, deliver an excellent customer experience, drive sales and operational performance, and maintain high standards throughout the shop.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, train, and develop team members
• Create a positive, accountable, high-performing team culture
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience
• Drive store sales and overall profitability
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly performance goals
• Help the team identify customer needs and confidently present service recommendations
• Maintain strong shop workflow and productivity
• Ensure company procedures, safety standards, and quality expectations are followed
• Manage staffing, scheduling, attendance, and employee performance
• Maintain a clean, professional, organized facility
• Take ownership of problems and work toward solutions
• Communicate effectively with team members and company leadership

Requirements

We are less concerned with finding someone who checks every box and more interested in finding someone with the right leadership qualities and potential. Strong candidates will demonstrate:

• Leadership ability and a willingness to hold people accountable
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Confidence working with both customers and employees
• A competitive, results-driven mindset
• Dependability and personal accountability
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn our processes and lead by example
• Desire to grow professionally and take on greater responsibility

Experience in automotive service, retail management, restaurant management, sales leadership, operations, or another fast-paced customer service environment can translate well into this position.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Leadership development and hands-on training
• Performance-driven environment where results are recognized
• Established processes and support from company leadership
• Opportunity to build and develop your own team
• Competitive compensation with growth potential

Who this is a great fit for

You've been successful as a team lead, assistant manager, sales leader, service advisor, retail manager, or automotive professional and you're ready for the next level of responsibility. You don't necessarily need to walk through the door ready to run a store on day one. We're looking for people with the potential to get there.