General Manager

MOTOR DISTRIBUTORS LTD; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary package

Performance-related bonus scheme

Company vehicle

Pension contribution

Ongoing professional development

Lead two brands

Senior leadership role

Job summary

MOTOR DISTRIBUTORS LTD in Dublin seeks a General Manager to lead the Lexus and Toyota dealership operation, delivering exceptional business performance, customer satisfaction, and team leadership. You will oversee all dealership functions including New and Used Vehicle Sales, Aftersales, Finance & Insurance, and Customer Experience.

This is a senior role focused on strategic planning, revenue growth, and profitability while maintaining the high standards of the brands.

Qualifications

• Significant senior management experience, preferably in automotive retail.
• Proven success as a General Manager or similar senior leadership role.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with responsibility for P&L.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Track record of achieving sales, profitability and customer satisfaction targets.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of current automotive market trends, including electrification and evolving consumer expectations.
• Customer-focused mindset with strategic thinking and operational discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead all dealership operations including New and Used Vehicle Sales, Aftersales, Parts, Finance & Insurance, and Customer Experience.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to drive performance.
• Manage annual budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Lead recruitment, performance management and staff development.
• Drive customer-first culture and industry-leading customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, safety, and manufacturer requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Team development

Stakeholder management

Automotive industry knowledge

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional and commercially driven General Manager to lead our Lexus and Toyota dealership operation in Dublin. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced professional with a proven track record of delivering outstanding business performance, customer satisfaction, and team leadership.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and profitability of the dealership, ensuring operational excellence across vehicle sales, aftersales, finance, customer experience, and people development while maintaining the high standards associated with two of the world's most respected automotive brands.

Key Responsibilities

Business Leadership & Performance

Develop and execute strategic business plans to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth objectives.

Lead all dealership operations, including New Vehicle Sales, Used Vehicle Sales, Aftersales, Parts, Finance & Insurance, and Customer Experience.

Deliver agreed sales volumes, market share, and profit targets across Lexus and Toyota franchises.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions where required.

Manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.

Customer Experience

Champion a customer-first culture that reflects the premium Lexus and Toyota brand values.

Drive industry-leading customer satisfaction and retention scores.

Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards and dealership operating procedures.

Inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing management team and dealership staff.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Lead recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives.

Create an environment where people thrive and deliver exceptional results.

Ensure efficient and profitable dealership operations across all departments.

Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Maintain full compliance with legal, regulatory, health & safety, and manufacturer requirements.

Work closely with manufacturer representatives and key stakeholders to maximise business opportunities.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

Significant senior management experience ( preferably within the automotive retail sector ).

Proven success as a General Manager, Dealer Principal, Head of Business, or Senior Departmental Leader.

Strong commercial and financial acumen with responsibility for P&L management.

Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

A track record of achieving and exceeding sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction targets.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong understanding of current automotive market trends, including electrification and evolving consumer expectations.

A customer-focused mindset combined with strategic thinking and operational discipline.

What We Offer

• Competitive executive salary package.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company vehicle.
• Pension contribution.
• Ongoing professional development and manufacturer training.
• Opportunity to lead two globally recognised automotive brands.
• A key leadership role within a respected and growing motor retail group.

Location

Blackrock, Co. Dublin

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and able to achieve their full potential.