An Assistant Retail Store Manager provides support to the Manager of a retail store, either an independent business or a store that is part of a large retail chain. May have primary responsibility for hiring and training retail sales staff. Reviews and monitors merchandise sales, inventory and prices, and directs advertising and promotions. Supervises sales, warehouse, cleaning, maintenance and security staff and prepares work schedules. Responsible for resolving customer complaints.
Assistant Manager•City Tire (Waterford, CT) Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Growth Opportunity City Tire is a fast-growing, family-operated tire & automotive service company with 10 locations across New England . We're looking for a driven, hands-on Assistant Manager for our Waterford, CT store — someone who leads from the front, elevates store performance, and delivers an exceptional customer experience every day. What You'll Do Support the Store Manager with daily operations, workflow, and team leadership Drive sales performance through strong customer engagement and service recommendations Maintain high standards for shop organization, cleanliness, and safety Oversee inventory accuracy, product ordering, and vendor coordination Coach, train, and motivate technicians and counter staff Ensure all services are completed with quality, speed, and transparency Handle customer concerns with professionalism and problem-solving Assist with scheduling, reporting, and operational planning Step in as acting manager when needed What We're Looking For Experience in automotive service, tire sales, or retail management Strong leadership presence — confident, steady, and team-focused Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Comfortable with sales, service recommendations, and performance goals Reliable, organized, and committed to operational excellence Valid driver's license Why City Tire Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses Health, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and holidays Employee discounts on tires and services Clear advancement path — many of our Store Managers started as Assistant Managers A supportive, tight-knit company culture where your work actually matters
Pay:
$55,000•$75,000 per year (Base Salary + Commission Opportunities) Schedule Full-time Monday-Saturday (Rotating Saturdays) Location City Tire•Waterford, CT How to Apply Submit your resume directly through Indeed or stop by the Waterford store to introduce yourself.
Pay:
$55,000.00•$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
