Auto Center District Manager

Fleet Farm$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field required (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum of 3 years of Auto Center management experience required.
  • Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams in dynamic settings.
  • Strong technical knowledge of automotive services (tire services, brake systems, etc.).
  • Excellent organizational, multitasking, and adaptability skills.
  • Proficient communication skills for diverse audiences and needs.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations across multiple Auto Center locations, meeting sales and performance goals.
  • Analyze financial and operational metrics, implementing action plans for improvement.
  • Collaborate with HR to recruit, train, and develop auto center personnel.
  • Promote a customer-first culture focusing on exceptional service and safety.
  • Conduct regular site visits for performance evaluation and compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and regulations at all locations.
  • Work with leadership to drive strategic initiatives and share best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for leadership and development of high-performing teams.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership and corporate partners.
  • Focus on operational excellence with support for process improvements.
  • Dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities across multiple locations.
  • Commitment to employee engagement and retention strategies.
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Auto Center District Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Auto Center Managers and Team Members across assigned locations. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, improving EBITDA performance, and achieving sustainable business growth through standardized routines, process efficiencies, and leadership development.

Additionally, the Auto Center District Manager identifies opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and profitability by implementing effective solutions and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver targeted business results.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and oversee daily operations across multiple Auto Center locations, driving the achievement of sales, profitability, and performance objectives.
  • Monitor and analyze key financial and operational metrics, including sales, attachment rates, labor performance, and expenses, while implementing corrective action plans through coaching, accountability, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Partner with Human Resources to recruit, hire, train, and develop high-performing Auto Center Managers and Team Members, building organizational bench strength and supporting employee engagement and retention across the district.
  • Promote a customer-first culture by reinforcing exceptional service standards, operational consistency, and workplace safety practices.
  • Conduct regular site visits to evaluate operational performance, facility appearance, brand standards compliance, and overall team engagement.
  • Ensure consistent adherence to company policies, operational procedures, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional corporate partners to execute strategic initiatives, drive operational improvements, and share best practices across locations.
  • Maintain flexibility to support business operations, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 3 years of Auto Center management experience required.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge of automotive services, including tire mounting and balancing, wheel alignments, brake systems, oil changes, and battery installation.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs.
  • Comfortable facilitating meetings, conducting training sessions, and presenting information to diverse audiences.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


Fleet Farm is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, gender, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Fleet Farm will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About Fleet Farm

Fleet Farm is a retail company that operates a chain of stores in the Midwest. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. Fleet Farm offers a wide variety of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and outdoor equipment, at competitive prices. The company also operates a gas station and tire center, and offers services such as car washes and oil changes. Fleet Farm is committed to providing value to its customers and has received numerous awards for its business practices and community involvement.
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