Automotive General Manager

Meineke - 54; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Manchester is seeking a full-time Automotive General Manager to oversee daily operations and motivate a talented team. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of dealership management experience, strong communication skills, and a desire to succeed with integrity. Responsibilities include assisting sales and service managers, implementing growth strategies, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Join a supportive team that values personal and professional growth, while enjoying competitive remuneration and incentives.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Financial incentives

Ongoing training and development programs

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in a sales manager or general manager position for a dealership or auto group.
• Possess a state-issued driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met.
• Recruit, hire, and train managers to achieve profit levels.
• Assist with creating advertising campaigns to increase sales.
• Implement growth strategies aligned with group objectives.
• Review financial statements for accuracy before sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Knowledge of automotive industry

Interpreting profit and loss statements

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Are you ready to take the next big step in your automotive industry career? Our high-volume automotive dealership is seeking a full-time Automotive General Manager to oversee and motivate our talented team of professionals.

The ideal candidate for this position should have a track record of successful management positions with at least three years of experience, and a strong desire to succeed with integrity.

You will oversee daily operations and assist sales and service managers in setting big but realistic goals. We offer a competitive base salary and financial incentives—when our automotive dealership succeeds, so do you! If you have dealership management experience and excellent communication skills, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, remedy customer complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met
• Recruit, hire, and train service managers, office managers, and sales/finance department managers to meet profit levels
• Assist with the creation of affordable advertising campaigns and programs to increase sales and brand visibility for the car dealership
• Attend manager meetings and establish good working relationships with owners, managers, and dealership staff to establish sales processes and recommend daily unit sales
• Implement growth strategies that align with automotive group objectives by carefully assessing profit and loss while maintaining vehicle inventory that meets the needs of the local market
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and completion before sharing them with upper dealership management
• Learn and uphold all local, state, and federal regulations impacting vehicle sales, and the automotive industry as a whole

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; a high school diploma or GED equivalent needed
• Three or more years of experience in a sales manager or general manager position for a dealership or auto group is necessary
• Knowledge of the automotive industry and trends
• Possess a state-issued driver’s license and acceptable driving record to operate dealership-owned vehicles
• Strong communication skills; a track record of leadership; and the ability to interpret profit and loss statements are necessary for success
• Meineke values personal and professional growth.
• Benefit from ongoing training and development programs to enhance your automotive knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements.
• Join a team of driven and talented individuals who share your passion for high-quality repair work. Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and camaraderie.
• With locally-owned Meineke shops, experience a sense of community and connection with your customers and fellow team members.

As a leader in the automotive aftermarket, Meineke is constantly looking for driven and talented individuals to join our team. In over 700 shops spanning coast-to-coast, we look for those who share our passion for high quality repair work to help get our customers back on the road.

A career with Meineke means putting your knowledge and hard-earned skills to work in a locally-owned shop. Whether you’re looking for a position as a Shop Manager, Technician, or Service Advisor, Meineke provides opportunities for real-world experience in your local area.

As a Meineke employee you will:

Service a wide variety of vehicles

Work with local and national fleet accounts

Receive ongoing training to advance your skill set

Be part of a well-known international brand in a locally-owned center

Working at Meineke allows me to explore an industry I love while still making it home in time to spend quality time with my family.