Operations Program Manager - CA

Position Summary

Stress-Free Auto Care is seeking an Operations Program Manager to support the execution of strategic initiatives across our rapidly growing organization. This role serves as a force multiplier for executive leadership, ensuring critical projects are delivered on time, cross-functional teams remain aligned, and operational priorities are executed consistently across the company.

• Lead and coordinate company-wide strategic initiatives from planning through execution.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, ownership assignments, and reporting structures.
• Ensure critical initiatives remain on schedule and obstacles are identified and resolved quickly.
• Maintain visibility into all major organizational priorities and proactively elevate risks.

• Support executive leadership in driving organizational priorities and special projects.
• Prepare materials, reporting, presentations, and analyses for leadership meetings, board meetings, and strategic planning sessions.
• Coordinate follow-up and accountability across leadership teams.
• Manage action item tracking and ensure commitments are completed on schedule.

• Prepare and distribute Weekly Business Review reporting.
• Consolidate operational performance metrics across stores, districts, and regions.
• Identify performance trends, opportunities, and risks requiring leadership attention.
• Coordinate follow-up actions resulting from W  discussions.

• Monitor key operational metrics across the organization.
• Identify underperformance and partner with leaders to develop corrective action plans.
• Track progress against goals and ensure follow-through on commitments.
• Assist in developing scalable systems and processes as the company grows.

• Support acquisition, diligence, integration, and store launch activities as needed.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts related to new store openings, conversions, and operational transitions.
• Track project milestones and ensure readiness across all involved departments.

• Document, improve, and standardize operational processes.
• Identify inefficiencies and develop scalable solutions.
• Build systems that improve communication, accountability, and execution across the organization.

• 3+ years of operational leadership, project management, consulting, business operations, or related experience.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets, reporting, and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Experience in multi-unit operations, retail, automotive, hospitality, franchising, or other distributed service businesses.
• Experience supporting executive leadership teams.
• Financial analysis, forecasting, or business planning experience.
• M&A, integration, or corporate development exposure.
• Experience building operational reporting and KPI dashboards.

• Is relentlessly organized.
• Creates clarity in ambiguous situations.
• Holds people accountable while maintaining strong relationships.
• Follows through on commitments and expects the same from others.
• Anticipates problems before they occur.
• Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
• Focuses on outcomes rather than activity.
• Operates with urgency and professionalism.

$100,000 - $120,000 annually

Target bonus opportunity of 20% of base salary, based on company performance, strategic initiative completion, and individual performance.

Eligible for project-based incentive programs, including acquisition, integration, store launch, and other strategic growth initiatives as assigned.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Executive Mentorship and Leadership Development