Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager

Join Harbor Freight Tools as a Store Manager, leading teams to maximize store performance through talent, operations, and customer experience.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $68,050 – $97,807.50, depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for a quarterly bonus.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) plan, paid time off up to 200 hours per year (including PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays), and paid sick time up to 80 hours per year.

• Drive sales to exceed financial goals
• Manage payroll and control expenses
• Foster a results‑driven store environment
• Successfully execute special events

• Prioritize workload
• Validate execution of standard operating procedures
• Ensure compliance with company policies
• Serve as subject matter expert in all operational processes

• Acquire high‑quality talent
• Train and develop associates
• Manage performance and coaching
• Staff and schedule effectively
• Create a positive team atmosphere

• Maintain a friendly environment
• Ensure items are in‑stock and properly priced
• Keep the store neat, clean, and organized

• Drive for Results: Uses data to set priorities and translates goals into action plans, consistently pushing self and others for results.
• Building High Performance Teams: Acquires and retains the right talent, coaches, and provides feedback for growth.
• Problem Solving: Approaches challenges as opportunities, looking beyond obvious answers and staying goal‑focused.
• Managing and Measuring Work: Assigns clear responsibilities, sets measurable objectives, monitors progress, and provides effective feedback.
• Managerial Courage: Provides timely, direct, and actionable feedback without hesitation.
• Customer Focus: Considers internal and external customers, teaching how execution impacts experience and building respectful relationships.

• Minimum of two years of retail management experience

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree preferred, or high school graduate/equivalent

• Ability to intermittently lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds
• Requires standing and moving for an entire shift
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, and/or twist
• Ability to climb up and down a ladder safely
• Potential forklift certification and operation required

• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed
• Regular attendance is essential
• Some travel may be required