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FastTrack Manager Training

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SacramentoPosted 13 days ago

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<h2><strong>Position Overview</strong></h2> <p class="p3">The <span class="s2"><strong>FastTrack Manager Program</strong></span> is an accelerated leadership track designed for seasoned managers who want to grow into high-impact operational roles within a modern, technology-driven automotive service company. You’ll complete focused training, rapidly advance into shop leadership, and have the opportunity to scale into multi-unit and district-level management within five years. Top performers can earn <span class="s2"><strong>$150,000+ as General Managers</strong></span> and <span class="s2"><strong>$300,000+ as District Managers</strong></span>.</p> <h2><strong>Requirements</strong></h2> <p class="p4"><strong>Education &amp; Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p class="p1">Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">6–10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, retail, hospitality, logistics, automotive, or a related service industry</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Demonstrated success owning P&amp;L outcomes, managing teams, and improving performance</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Strong track record in customer-facing environments with measurable results</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Multi-unit exposure or readiness to step into multi-store leadership is a plus</p> </li> </ul> <p class="p4"><strong>Skills &amp; Competencies</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p class="p1">High operational rigor: able to run workflows, systems, and daily operations with consistency</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Strong analytical decision-maker with comfort in financial metrics and KPIs</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Exceptional communication and leadership presence</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, tech-enabled environment</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive for continuous improvement</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Willingness to relocate within a region as opportunities scale (preferred)</p> </li> </ul> <h2>&nbsp;</h2> <h2><strong>Career Pathway</strong></h2> <ul> <li><strong>Phase 1: Training &amp; Assistant General Manager (Months 1–6)</strong> <ul> <li class="p3">Complete an intensive 2-week onboarding and transition into the AGM role, learning workflow operations, team management, customer experience, and sales execution.</li> <li class="p4"><strong>Benefits:</strong><span class="s3"> Eligible for </span><strong>401(k) with 3% company match</strong><span class="s3"> after six months.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Phase 2: General Manager (Months 6–18)</strong> <ul> <li class="p3">Take full ownership of shop operations—including P&amp;L, hiring, coaching, and performance management.</li> <li class="p3"><span class="s2"><strong>Top GMs earn $150,000+</strong></span> with performance incentives.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Phase 3: Senior GM / Multi-Shop Leader (Years 3–4)</strong> <ul> <li class="p3">Lead <span class="s2"><strong>2–3 locations</strong></span>, mentor GMs and AGMs, and drive performance across multiple shops.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Phase 4: Multi-Shop Operator (Year 5)</strong> <ul> <li class="p3">Oversee <span class="s2"><strong>3–4+ locations</strong></span>, including new shop launches, acting as a regional operational owner.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Phase 5: District Manager</strong> <ul> <li class="p3">Lead a district of <span class="s2"><strong>6+ shops</strong></span>, partnering with the Head of Operations on strategy and multi-million-dollar business performance.</li> <li class="p4"><strong>Top District Managers earn $300,000+.</strong></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h2><strong>Long-Term Benefit</strong></h2> <p class="p4"><span class="s3">After ten years, employees become eligible for </span><strong>up to $100,000 in college tuition support</strong><span class="s3"> for a child — up to </span><strong>$25,000 per year for four years</strong><span class="s3">.</span></p>

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