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Assistant Manager - Automotive & Tire Center

CompanyGills Point S Tire & Auto
LocationSalem
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 29, 2026
About The Company
Gills Point S Tire & Auto is your family-operated and locally-managed tire and auto service dealership. We started in 2000 with one location in Oregon and have grown into one of the largest independent tire dealers in the United States. As much as we love tires and automotive service, we know that you probably do not. You want to get your vehicle serviced as quickly and as efficiently as possible. That’s why we are here: to offer convenient, quick, and stress-free tire and automotive solutions to YOU! Schedule an appointment, walk in our store, or shop online with confidence knowing you are backed by our best-in-class warranties that are good at over 400 Point S Tire locations across the country. Point S Tire is a co-op of independently owned tire stores, so you can shop local with us, but get all the convenience and prices of the “big guys.” We welcome you to our Gills Point S family and look forward to taking care of any tire or auto service needs you may have. No Stress With Gills Point S!
About the Role

Description

  

Build Your Career with Gills Point S


We're looking for leaders who are passionate about customer service, committed to developing great teams, and ready to grow with a company that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence.


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to play a key leadership role in supporting the daily operations of our retail tire and automotive service center. This position is ideal for a team-oriented leader who enjoys developing employees, building customer relationships, and driving business results.


As an Assistant Manager, you'll partner with the Store Manager to oversee sales, customer service, scheduling, inventory management, team development, and overall operational performance. Your leadership will help create an exceptional customer experience while contributing to the continued growth and success of the business.


What You'll Do

  • Support the      day-to-day operations of a busy tire and automotive service center
  • Build strong      relationships with customers, team members, and vendors
  • Drive sales      growth through outstanding customer service and operational excellence
  • Assist with      employee scheduling, payroll administration, and workflow management
  • Monitor      inventory levels and support inventory control processes
  • Coach, mentor,      and develop team members to maximize performance and engagement
  • Ensure company      policies, procedures, and safety standards are consistently followed
  • Analyze      productivity, labor, sales, and operational metrics to support business      objectives
  • Foster a      positive, team-oriented culture focused on growth and accountability

Requirements


  

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

  • Proven at      building rapport with customers, team members, and vendors
  • Skilled at      directing and monitoring daily retail operations
  • Results-driven      and able to prioritize, delegate, and execute effectively
  • Detail-oriented      with a strong commitment to process execution and operational excellence
  • Passionate      about developing yourself and those around you
  • Comfortable      balancing customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and business      performance
  • Strong in      communication, problem-solving, and decision-making

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3      years of automotive, tire, or retail service experience
  • At least 2      years of supervisory or management experience
  • Experience      working in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment
  • Proficiency      with computers, POS systems, and business applications
  • Ability to      establish lasting customer relationships and deliver exceptional service
  • Understanding      of labor management, productivity metrics, sales performance, and cost      control
  • Ability to      effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work while maintaining high      quality standards

What We Offer

  • Competitive      compensation
  • Stable work      schedule
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with      company match
  • Medical,      Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and      Accident Insurance available after 60 days
  • Growth and      leadership opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
  • Ongoing      training and professional development
  • A supportive      team environment with clear opportunities for career advancement

If you're a motivated leader who enjoys helping teams succeed, delivering exceptional customer service, and driving business results, we'd love to hear from you. 


Apply today and become part of the Gills Point S team.

Key Skills
Retail operationsTeam leadershipCustomer serviceInventory managementStaff schedulingPayroll administrationSales growthEmployee coachingProblem-solvingDecision-makingCommunicationOperational excellenceProcess executionProductivity analysisCost controlPOS systems
Categories
Management & LeadershipRetailCustomer Service & SupportTradesLogistics
Benefits
Paid Time Off401(k) with company matchMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityAccident InsuranceProfessional development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Assistant Manager supports daily operations of the automotive service center by overseeing sales, inventory, and team development. They are responsible for driving business results while ensuring high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
125
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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