What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Manager ~ Central Michigan Area position at AWI LEASING LLC?
Currently, we are seeking a qualified candidate to fill a District Manager role in our Central Michigan Area.
As the District Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the stores in your assigned district, ensuring that each location meets or exceeds company goals for sales, customer service, inventory management, and employee development. You will play a key role in mentoring store managers, implementing strategic initiatives, and maintaining operational excellence.
Area included... Cadillac,Lake City,Flint,Mount pleasant,Alma and Ithaca.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and support store managers to ensure company goals are met
- Drive sales performance by implementing effective strategies and monitoring KPIs
- Maintain and exceed customer service standards, ensuring a positive and consistent customer experience across all locations
- Conduct regular store visits to monitor operations, provide feedback, and ensure compliance with company policies
- Foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement
- Analyze district performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Ensure safety and regulatory compliance at all locations
- Act as a liaison between corporate headquarters and store locations, communicating company initiatives and addressing store needs
We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes:
- Health, Dental and Vision plans
- Paid Vacation and Bonus program.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401K with Company Match
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a District Manager, Area Manager, or similar role in the automotive aftermarket or retail distribution industry
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Solid understanding of retail operations, inventory management, and sales strategies
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions to drive business performance
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Willingness to travel regularly within the district
Company Overview:
Auto-Wares is a group of privately held companies in the automotive Car Care Industry. We are a distribution company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan with locations in Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Wisconsin and Michigan. Auto-Wares has been providing the complete parts needs since 1976.
If you’re a results-driven leader with a passion for the automotive aftermarket industry and a commitment to operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help us continue delivering exceptional service to our customers.