District Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven District Manager to oversee multiple retail locations within an assigned territory. This leadership position is responsible for driving sales growth, maximizing profitability, maintaining operational excellence, and developing high-performing store management teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in multi-location retail management, financial oversight, and team development. Experience in the automotive aftermarket, parts distribution, or commercial retail sales is highly preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who enjoys working directly with store teams, improving business performance, and building strong customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

District Operations & Performance

• Oversee daily operations across multiple retail locations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance with company standards.
• Monitor store performance, sales trends, profit margins, inventory turnover, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to increase productivity and profitability.
• Conduct regular store visits to evaluate operations, provide guidance, and ensure performance expectations are met.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, minimize shrinkage, and ensure proper merchandising and planogram compliance.

Sales & Business Development

• Drive sales growth across the district by implementing effective retail and commercial sales strategies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with commercial customers, including automotive repair shops, fleet operators, and agricultural businesses.
• Identify new business opportunities and support the expansion of existing commercial accounts.
• Evaluate promotional effectiveness and support product launches, pricing initiatives, and sales programs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop store managers and leadership teams.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold store management accountable for results.
• Identify high-potential employees and develop succession plans for future leadership opportunities.
• Foster a positive, professional, and results-oriented work environment.

Financial Management

• Oversee district-level profit and loss (P&L) performance, payroll budgets, and controllable expenses.
• Analyze financial reports to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Develop and execute improvement plans for underperforming locations.
• Ensure stores consistently meet sales, margin, and profitability objectives.

Customer Service, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all locations maintain high standards of customer service and satisfaction.
• Assist in resolving escalated customer concerns and commercial account issues.
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, loss prevention practices, and applicable OSHA and DOT requirements.
• Maintain consistent communication between store leadership and corporate management.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of multi-unit or district-level management experience , preferably in retail or a related industry.
• Proven ability to manage multiple locations and drive sales, operational performance, and profitability.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, budgeting, expense control, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, coaching, and developing management teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned district.

Preferred:

• Experience in the automotive aftermarket, automotive parts distribution, or related retail operations.
• Knowledge of automotive products, inventory management, and commercial account sales.
• Experience developing business relationships with repair shops, fleet operators, and agricultural customers.
• Background in implementing operational improvements, sales strategies, and performance development plans.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on leader who can balance operational responsibilities with strategic business growth. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, holding teams accountable, identifying opportunities for improvement, and building strong relationships with both employees and customers.

This individual should be proactive, adaptable, and motivated by achieving measurable results while developing successful store teams.

Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $65,000 Base, Depending on Experience + Performance Bonus
Location: Candidates must live in/near Wichita, Topeka, or in SE Kansas

Benefits:
Health, Life, Vision, Dental, 401k w/ company match of up to 5%.
Company car and fuel
Cell phone
Computer