Automotive General Manager

AutoNation; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automotive General Manager to lead its store operations. This dynamic role involves overseeing sales, financial services, and after-sales, while driving performance through effective talent management and exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and a passion for technology. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, with potential for career growth into higher management roles. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to attract, develop and retain great talent.
• Strong financial and business acumen to drive revenue.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Set clear vision and goals for store performance.
• Engage and motivate team to achieve key goals.
• Analyze business to improve performance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Talent Development

Customer Experience Management

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Technology

Job description

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The General Manager position is the leader of an AutoNation store, overseeing New and Used Sales, Financial Services, and After-Sales, which includes Service, Parts and Collision. This role drives the performance of the store by attracting, developing and retaining great talent and creating an exceptional buying and ownership experience for our customers.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?

• Setting a clear vision and goals for the store to achieve targeted performance in all areas of the business
• Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals, performance expectations and AutoNation best practice processes
• Attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent for the store
• Creating an exceptional customer experience to drive customer loyalty
• Developing and maintaining productive relationships with manufacturer partners
• Analyzing the business to determine shortfalls and developing action plans to improve performance.
• Driving the business through a high-level of involvement in the day-to-day operations

How will I know if I am successful?

The performance of a General Manager is measured by achieving:

• Targeted unit sales and profit in all business areas
• Targeted expense management
• Targeted Associate retention
• Targeted Customer Satisfaction Index

What are the requirements for this job?

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Proven ability to attract, develop and retain great talent
• Strong financial and business acumen and the ability to drive revenue and profitability
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization and follow-up skills
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

What are the opportunities for career growth?

Our General Managers have a few options for career growth and development after success in this role. Opportunities may include:

• Market President
• Other Corporate or Region support role

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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