FastTrack Manager Training - Ignition

Position Overview

The FastTrack Manager Program 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 $150,000+ as General Managers and $300,000+ as District Managers.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred

• 6–10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, retail, hospitality, logistics, automotive, or a related service industry

• Demonstrated success owning P&L outcomes, managing teams, and improving performance

• Experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams

• Strong track record in customer-facing environments with measurable results

• Multi-unit exposure or readiness to step into multi-store leadership is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• High operational rigor: able to run workflows, systems, and daily operations with consistency

• Strong analytical decision-maker with comfort in financial metrics and KPIs

• Exceptional communication and leadership presence

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, tech-enabled environment

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive for continuous improvement

• Willingness to relocate within a region as opportunities scale (preferred)

Career Pathway

• Phase 1: Training & Assistant General Manager (Months 1–6)
  • Complete an intensive 2-week onboarding and transition into the AGM role, learning workflow operations, team management, customer experience, and sales execution.
  • Benefits: Eligible for 401(k) with 3% company match after six months.
• Phase 2: General Manager (Months 6–18)
  • Take full ownership of shop operations—including P&L, hiring, coaching, and performance management.
  • Top GMs earn $150,000+ with performance incentives.
• Phase 3: Senior GM / Multi-Shop Leader (Years 3–4)
  • Lead 2–3 locations, mentor GMs and AGMs, and drive performance across multiple shops.
• Phase 4: Multi-Shop Operator (Year 5)
  • Oversee 3–4+ locations, including new shop launches, acting as a regional operational owner.
• Phase 5: District Manager
  • Lead a district of 6+ shops, partnering with the Head of Operations on strategy and multi-million-dollar business performance.
  • Top District Managers earn $300,000+.

Long-Term Benefit

After ten years, employees become eligible for up to $100,000 in college tuition support for a child — up to $25,000 per year for four years.