Regional General Manager

CCODER; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group is seeking a Regional General Manager to oversee operations at two dealerships in Kings Lynn and Wisbech. The role involves driving profitability, ensuring excellent customer experience, and coaching leadership teams. A proven track record in senior automotive roles and experience with brands like MG, Peugeot, or Vauxhall are essential. The position offers an OTE of £120,000 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

£120,000 OTE

Company vehicle

31 days holiday

Life assurance & pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior automotive leadership role is mandatory.
• A full UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across Sales, Aftersales, and Parts functions.
• Manage performance of multi-brand dealerships.
• Develop regional business strategy.
• Drive profitability through margin control.
• Ensure a consistent customer experience across sites.
• Coach leadership teams to promote a high-performance culture.
• Oversee compliance with brand and legal standards.

Skills

Proven success in senior automotive leadership

Experience with volume brands (MG, Peugeot, Vauxhall)

Strong commercial and operational mindset

Inspirational leadership style

Confidence in analyzing performance data

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

Were looking for a high-performing, commercially drivenRegional General Managerto take the lead across two of our dealerships: our multi-franchise dealership inKings Lynn, representing MG, Peugeot, and Vauxhall, and our standalone operation inWisbech.

With responsibility for circa 60 employees and full accountability for operational and commercial performance, this is a pivotal role at the heart of our retail business. You'll report to the Regional Director and be instrumental in shaping regional strategy, building strong leadership teams, driving profitability, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience in line with manufacturer and Thurlow Nunn standards.

What Youll Be Responsible For

• Leading and overseeing daily operations across Sales, Aftersales, and Parts functions
• Managing the performance of multi-brand dealerships (MG, Peugeot, Vauxhall)
• Developing and delivering regional business strategy in line with group objectives
• Driving profitability through margin control, cost efficiency, and growth initiatives
• Ensuring delivery of a best-in-class, consistent customer experience across all sites
• Coaching and developing leadership teams, promoting a high-performance culture
• Overseeing compliance with brand, legal, FCA, and financial standards
• Representing Thurlow Nunn in meetings with manufacturers and internal stakeholders
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven success in a senior automotive leadership role (General Manager, Regional Manager, Head of Sales/Aftersales)
• Experience working with one or more volume brands ideally MG, Peugeot, or Vauxhall
• A strong commercial and operational mindset with a track record of delivering results
• Inspirational leadership style with the ability to build and manage through others
• Confidence in analysing performance data and implementing improvement strategies
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills across all levels of the business
• Full UK driving licence is essential
  
  

What You'll Get In Return

• £120,000 OTE
• Company vehicle
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Life assurance & pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts, and labour
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Opportunities for long-term career progression
  
  

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