Automotive General Manager

Dealer group with great reputation seeks an experienced Automotive General Manager for our Domestic Dealership in the Northern Chicago suburbs.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on General Manager with at least 5 years' experience as a GM to join the team. Use your knowledge and skills to operate all aspects of the dealership, with heavy emphasis on variable operations. We need an "out-of-the office" closer, trainer and leader to take this dealership to the next level. Show us your record of success and grow with us!

Automotive General Manager Duties:

· Directs and monitors all dealership management or supervisory personnel functions.

· Consistently works the sales desk and TO’s customers.

· Leads by example and ensures that the core values of the company are encompassed in behavior at all times

· Leads the sales & finance teams by closing deals and motivating with inspiration.

· Accountable for customer retention and the profitability of each department in the dealership.

· Build morale and applaud positive attitudes with enthusiasm and strong leadership.

· Values the culture, training and leadership practices the company provides, and sees participation in these events by all staff.

· Hires, trains, plans, motivates and rewards all dealership department managers.

· Meets with managers individually to develop monthly and annual goals and objectives, and to review actual performance.

· Monitors the daily DOC, recommending improved courses of action where necessary.

· Provides Vice President, CFO and President with accurate reports on the financial condition of the dealership.

· Ensures that the monthly financial statement is complete, accurate and submitted on time to the factory.

· Assist sales managers with ensuring volume & CSI/SSI commitments to the manufacturer are met

· Develops and maintains a good working relationship with lending institutions and manufacturer personnel.

· Communicates management policies and procedures to all employees and ensures that they are understood and followed.

· Holds regularly scheduled managers meetings to ensure that every department is operating efficiently and profitably.

· Reviews all requests for training, approves those which are appropriate and consistent with the dealership's goals for professional/technical ability and advancement, and monitors their effectiveness.

· Reviews and approves compensation plans for all employees.

· Coordinates with the business office to ensure that records and analyses are maintained accurately.

· Develops and delivers merchandising & marketing strategies and assists in creating effective, cost-efficient advertising programs.

· Resolves any customer complaints that department managers are unable to rectify.

Automotive General Manager Requirements:

· At least 6 years as a high volume GM.

· Expertise in Domestic Brands.

· Track record of developing leaders.

· Excellent CSI history.

· Strong asset management skills required.

· Must possess a strong track record of superior results in a high volume dealership.

· Strong new & used car management skills required.

· Must be able to pass pre-employment screening (background and driving record)

Confidential Process for Consideration and Interviews

Automotive General Manager Benefits:

· Aggressive Pay Plan

· 401(k) matching

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Employee discount

· Life insurance

· EAP

· Long & Short Term Disability

· Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Experience:

• Automotive General Management: 6 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person