Auto Dealership GM: Lead Sales, Service & Growth

Livermore Ford; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free College Education for Employees &

Paid Training & Development

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Time Off

Employee Appreciation Lunches

Employee Referral Bonuses

Employee Discounts

Excellent Culture

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Gilroy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, part of Gill Automotive Group, is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee all dealership operations in Gilroy, CA. You will drive profitability and performance across Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance, while building strong relationships with customers, lenders, and manufacturers.

The role requires leadership excellence, strategic thinking, and the ability to recruit and develop department heads.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of dealership General Manager or General Sales Manager experience required.
• Automotive dealership leadership experience required.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Proven record of driving profitability and growth.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Local candidates strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead all dealership operations including Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance.
• Drive profitability and departmental performance.
• Recruit, train, and develop department leadership.
• Analyze financial statements and operational reports.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards.
• Build strong relationships with customers, lenders, and manufacturers.
• Develop marketing and merchandising strategies.
• Create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Financial analysis

Sales leadership

Customer relationship

Compliance

Team development

Job description

Gilroy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, part of Gill Automotive Group, is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee all dealership operations in Gilroy, CA. You will drive profitability and performance across Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance, while building strong relationships with customers, lenders, and manufacturers.

The role requires leadership excellence, strategic thinking, and the ability to recruit and develop department heads.