Auto Dealership General Manager - ESOP Growth Leader

Carter Myers Automotive; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead dealership operations across sales, service, parts, and finance. The role focuses on profitability, high-performing teams, and an exceptional customer experience, with a history of stable employment and strong leadership required.

The position offers opportunities to explore leadership across the Richmond market, with an ESOP-driven ownership culture and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive dealership management.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and achieving sales and profitability goals.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations including sales, service, parts and finance.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data and make sound business decisions.
• Strong business acumen with focus on customer experience and associate development.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead dealership operations across sales, service, parts, and finance.
• Develop and execute business plans to achieve sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain high-performing teams.
• Monitor KPIs and use data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards, dealership policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage dealership financial performance, budgets, and expenses.
• Build strong relationships with customers, associates, manufacturer representatives, and community partners.
• Foster a positive workplace culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example and help create an environment where associates can grow and succeed.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Customer experience

Communication

Job description

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead dealership operations across sales, service, parts, and finance. The role focuses on profitability, high-performing teams, and an exceptional customer experience, with a history of stable employment and strong leadership required.

The position offers opportunities to explore leadership across the Richmond market, with an ESOP-driven ownership culture and competitive benefits.