What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Manager position at Simard Automotive?
Area Manager – Multi‐Shop Operations
Location: Alaska ($20,000 Relocation Bonus)
Why You'll Love Working with Simard Automotive
- Relocation Support: $20,000 bonus to make your move seamless.
- People-First Culture: Lead and develop passionate teams in an environment built on Integrity, Empathy, Excellence, Attentiveness, and Dependability.
- Growth & Impact: Shape the future of multiple shops across Alaska, driving both operational excellence and community engagement.
- Professional Development: Access leadership coaching, Simard University training, and clear career pathways.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement match, life insurance, generous PTO, and more.
What You'll Do
- Lead Multi-Shop Operations
- Own P&L health by forecasting, monitoring, and taking action to hit targets.
- Standardize SOPs (safety, quality, Waybook) to ensure consistent, audit-ready performance.
- Elevate Teams & Talent
- Coach Location Managers with weekly one-on-ones and clear development plans.
- Foster a culture of accountability and support. Your shops will have industry-leading retention.
- Champion Customer Experience
- Maintain ≥4.8 Google rating and grow each store's customer database by 5% .
- Embed "go the extra mile" practices so every client feels valued.
- Drive Community & Brand
- Build local partnerships and represent Simard as a servant-leader in your markets.
- Implement marketing and outreach initiatives that resonate with Alaskan communities.
Who You Are
- Technical Expertise: 5 years of hands-on, comprehensive auto-repair management-ASE certifications preferred.
- Multi-Shop Operator: Proven success overseeing 3–7 locations independently.
- People-Focused Leader: Energetic coach who elevates direct reports and their teams.
- Self-Starter: Identifies opportunities, executes solutions, and holds yourself and others accountable.
- Data-Driven: Comfortable with financials, KPIs, and scorecards to drive continuous improvement.
- Community Builder: Passion for Alaska's communities and committed to local engagement.
- Computer Literate: Strong competence in using computers and technology.
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Salary : $90,000 - $160,000