What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Sales Manager position at Clay Cooley Auto Group?
General Sales Manager (GSM)
"Your leadership. Your numbers. Your income."
Clay Cooley Auto Group are seeking a high‑impact General Sales Manager to lead new and used vehicle operations, drive profitability, and elevate customer retention. This role is built for a strong automotive leader who understands market dynamics, controls expense, and wins through people, process, and performance.
Employee Benefits & Compensation
We proudly offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Full-time
Clay Cooley Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license, and successfully complete a pre‑employment screening.
"Your leadership. Your numbers. Your income."
Clay Cooley Auto Group are seeking a high‑impact General Sales Manager to lead new and used vehicle operations, drive profitability, and elevate customer retention. This role is built for a strong automotive leader who understands market dynamics, controls expense, and wins through people, process, and performance.
Employee Benefits & Compensation
We proudly offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Company‑paid life insurance
- Health and wellness coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Retirement savings with company matching
- 401(k) and Roth options
- Employee vehicle and service discounts
- Drive new and used vehicle volume and profitability
- Lead, hire, coach, and hold Sales Managers accountable
- Set and execute monthly and annual sales and gross objectives
- Manage inventory, days' supply, and aged units
- Oversee deal structure, appraisals, reconditioning, and approvals
- Execute market‑driven promotions and advertising strategies
- Ensure compliance with dealership policies and sales systems
- Resolve customer issues to protect CSI and retention
- Build a results‑driven culture through training and metrics
- 4-10 years of automotive sales leadership experience
- Proven record of driving sales, gross, and team performance
- Strong financial acumen and inventory management skills
- Confident decision‑maker with data‑driven mindset
- Professional presence and leadership credibility
- Incentive‑driven compensation tied directly to performance
- High‑visibility leadership position with growth opportunity
- Authority to impact operations, people, and profitability
- Competitive benefits and strong dealer support
Full-time
Clay Cooley Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license, and successfully complete a pre‑employment screening.