What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive General Manager - Vancouver WA | Dick Hannah Dealerships position at Dick Hannah Volkswagen?
Why Join Hannah Motor Company
We don’t just offer a job — we offer a legacy. At Hannah Motor Company, we believe in empowering our leaders with the resources, autonomy, and trust they need to build thriving teams and successful dealerships.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Highly Competitive Pay: $6,000 monthly salary 2% of Total Store Gross 10% of Store Net
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Earning Potential: $500,000 annually based on performance
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Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue 96 hours your first year, with increases over time
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Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life insurance, and short- & long-term disability after 60 days
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401(k) Retirement Plan: Robust company-sponsored savings plan
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Paid Holidays: At least 2 paid holidays per year following the introductory period
What You’ll Do:
As our General Manager, you will be the driving force behind dealership success, leading every department to achieve operational excellence and outstanding profitability.
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Manage all dealership operations to maximize revenue and performance
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Review financials, DOCs, and performance metrics to identify growth opportunities
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Develop, document, and maintain operational workflows, process maps, and swimlane diagrams to identify efficiencies and improvement opportunities.
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Lead the design and implementation of business processes and strategic plans across multiple teams
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Coach and mentor department leaders to achieve individual and team goals
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Partner with ownership to review dealership financials and strategic direction
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Develop and maintain positive relationships with manufacturers and lenders
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Oversee recruiting, training, and professional development for managers
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Ensure compliance with company policies and a culture of ethics and accountability
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Address and resolve customer and employee concerns effectively
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Create effective advertising and merchandising strategies to enhance visibility
What You Bring:
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Minimum 2 years of experience as an Automotive GSM, Service Director, or General Manager (GM experience preferred)
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Advanced knowledge of dealership operations, sales management, and fixed ops
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Proven success leading a franchised auto dealership to strong financial performance
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Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
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Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, ADP, CDK, and HRIS systems
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Strong ethical leadership and commitment to company culture
Join a Company That Invests in Its Leaders
At Hannah Motor Company, we reward performance and integrity. If you’re ready to take your automotive management career to the next level and lead a top-performing dealership, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected automotive groups and drive your career forward.
At Dick Hannah Dealerships, our Core Values are summed up in four words: Family, Integrity, Respect and Purpose. We’re a family-run business that’s been around since 1949 but keep our focus on the future and innovation. The Hannah family is passionate about how our business is run and treating our employees just as well as our customers. Every day. We truly care for our employees and sincerely appreciate everyone’s day-to-day contributions.
Dick Hannah Dealerships. Believe in nice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $500,000