Automotive GM & Brand Lead: Growth & Leadership

Johnsons Cars Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer group in Birmingham is seeking a full-time General Manager / Brand Manager to oversee operations at their Volkswagen Dealership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive management, proven experience in financial oversight, and demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction. This role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 plus an £18,000 bonus, with total on-target earnings of £93,000. Benefits include enhanced holidays, life assurance, and industry-leading training opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced Holiday entitlement

Birthday Leave

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Company Car

Fuel Card

Dental benefits

Staff Referral scheme

Discounts from thousands of high‑street retailers

Industry‑leading product and manufacturer training

Internal training academy

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an Automotive Management role.
• Experience in a main dealer environment.
• Understanding of dealership accounts and budgeting.
• Ability to execute long-term business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site standards to meet company requirements.
• Manage daily operations of the site.
• Ensure correct stock management for new and used cars.
• Conduct monthly management reviews with the team.
• Collaborate with Divisional Accounts for accurate forecasting.
• Lead the team to achieve targets.

Skills

Automotive Management Experience

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Customer Focus

Job description

A leading automotive dealer group in Birmingham is seeking a full-time General Manager / Brand Manager to oversee operations at their Volkswagen Dealership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive management, proven experience in financial oversight, and demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction. This role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 plus an £18,000 bonus, with total on-target earnings of £93,000. Benefits include enhanced holidays, life assurance, and industry-leading training opportunities.