Automotive General Manager

Meineke Car Care Centers, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is on the lookout for a dynamic Automotive General Manager. This full-time role offers the chance to lead a talented team in a high-volume dealership, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in dealership management, strong leadership, and communication skills. With a focus on growth and community connection, this position promises a rewarding career path filled with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the automotive industry, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement

Training and Development

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employee Discounts

Positive Work Environment

Locally-Owned

Cutting-Edge Tools and Equipment

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• 3+ years in dealership management with a focus on leadership and communication.
• Knowledge of automotive industry trends and customer satisfaction metrics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met.
• Recruit and train managers to achieve profit levels and sales goals.
• Implement growth strategies and review financial statements for accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Sales Management

Customer Satisfaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Financial Statements

Advertising Campaigns

Job description

Why Meineke?

• Meineke values personal and professional growth.
• Benefit from ongoing training and development programs to enhance your automotive knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements.
• Join a team of driven and talented individuals who share your passion for high-quality repair work. Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and camaraderie.
• With locally-owned Meineke shops, experience a sense of community and connection with your customers and fellow team members.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement
• Training and Development
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Employee Discounts
• Positive Work Environment
• Locally-Owned
• Cutting-Edge Tools and Equipment
• Work-Life Balance

Job Summary

Are you ready to take the next big step in your automotive industry career? Our high-volume automotive dealership is seeking a full-time Automotive General Manager to oversee and motivate our talented team of professionals.

The ideal candidate for this position should have a track record of successful management positions with at least three years of experience, and a strong desire to succeed with integrity.

You will oversee daily operations and assist sales and service managers in setting big but realistic goals. We offer a competitive base salary and financial incentives—when our automotive dealership succeeds, so do you! If you have dealership management experience and excellent communication skills, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, remedy customer complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met.
• Recruit, hire, and train service managers, office managers, and sales/finance department managers to meet profit levels.
• Assist with the creation of affordable advertising campaigns and programs to increase sales and brand visibility for the car dealership.
• Attend manager meetings and establish good working relationships with owners, managers, and dealership staff to establish sales processes and recommend daily unit sales.
• Implement growth strategies that align with automotive group objectives by carefully assessing profit and loss while maintaining vehicle inventory that meets the needs of the local market.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and completion before sharing them with upper dealership management.
• Learn and uphold all local, state, and federal regulations impacting vehicle sales, and the automotive industry as a whole.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; a high school diploma or GED equivalent needed.
• Three or more years of experience in a sales manager or general manager position for a dealership or auto group is necessary.
• Knowledge of the automotive industry and trends.
• Possess a state-issued driver’s license and acceptable driving record to operate dealership-owned vehicles.
• Strong communication skills; a track record of leadership; and the ability to interpret profit and loss statements are necessary for success.