General Manager

Stress Free Auto Care

$100K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven operational leadership experience managing a business unit or location.
  • Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze P&L data.
  • Experience leading revenue-driven teams focused on sales performance.
  • Successful history in team development and creating a culture of accountability.
  • Strong problem-solving skills for identifying and executing business improvements.
  • Comfortable in fast-paced environments with ownership of measurable outcomes.
  • Ability to learn and utilize new technology for operational management.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily and monthly P&L results to drive financial performance.
  • Identify new business opportunities to improve revenue and profit margins.
  • Lead team hiring, training, and performance management.
  • Optimize operational efficiency using data and observation.
  • Ensure high customer service standards and resolve concerns effectively.
  • Utilize technology to monitor performance metrics for data-driven decision making.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance coverage starting first month after hire.
  • Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays included.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% matching contributions.
  • Two-week intensive leadership and operations training program on starting.
  • Opportunities for career growth into multi-unit and senior leadership roles as the company scales.
Full Job Description
At Stress Free Auto Care, our General Managers operate like business owners, You will lead the daily operation of a high-volume service business with direct accountability for profitability, team performance, operational execution, and customer experience.

Over the past six years, Stress Free Auto Care has grown to 30 locations, becoming one of the fastest-scaling automotive service companies in the country. We are now entering our next phase of growth with plans to expand to 300 locations over the next four years. As we scale, high-performing General Managers will have significant opportunities to grow into multi-unit and senior leadership roles.

This role is designed for strong operators and business leaders who enjoy analyzing performance, improving operations, and developing high-performing teams. You will have ownership of the location's results from revenue growth and margin performance to team productivity and customer satisfaction.

Prior automotive experience is not required. We provide a two-week intensive training program that equips leaders from retail, hospitality, service and other operational industries with everything they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
  • Own the financial performance of the business, managing daily and monthly P&L results while making operational decisions that improve revenue, margins and overall profitability.
  • Drive revenue growth and gross profit performance by identifying new business opportunities, improving team sales execution, and managing pricing, productivity, and cost controls.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team, including hiring, training, coaching, performance, management, and creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Optimize operational efficiency, using both real-time observation and performance data to ensure smooth workflows, strong productivity, and consistent execution.
  • Deliver exceptional customer experiences by maintaining high service standards, resolving customer concerns, and implementing improvements that increase retention and loyalty.
  • Leverage technology and operational systems to manage performance, monitor key metrics, and make data driven decisions that improve the business.
What We're Looking For
  • Proven operational leadership experience managing a business unit, location, or department with accountability for performance outcomes.
  • Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to analyze performance metrics, interpret P&L data, and make operational decisions that improve profitability.
  • Experience leading revenue-driven teams, with a track record of improving sales performance, productivity, and margin management.
  • Demonstrated success developing teams, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and building a culture of accountability and results.
  • Operational instincts and problem-solving ability, with the capacity to quickly assess a business, identify opportunities for improvement, and execute solutions.
  • Comfort working in fast-paced environments where leaders are expected to take ownership and drive measurable outcomes.
  • Ability to quickly learn and utilize new technology platforms to manage operations and performance.
Physical Requirements
  • Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
  • Work with tools overhead and in tight spaces.
  • Stand and walk for the majority of the workday in a high-volume environment.
  • Have the dexterity to use hand tools efficiently and drive manual transmission vehicles.
What We Offer
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 Base Salary + $20,000 - $30,000 Annual Bonus (Paid Monthly) + up to 6% Gross Profit Share
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance coverage begins the first of the month following your start date
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% matching
  • Two week leadership and operations training program designed to set you up for success in the role
  • The opportunity to join a rapidly scaling company, with clear pathways into multi-unit and senior leadership roles as we grow from 30 to 300 locations.


Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you're interested in joining a supportive team that values your skills and dedication, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to help us redefine automotive care.

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