Dealership Platform General Manager

CarGuys Inc.; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Leadership role across multiple loca­t

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

CarGuys Inc. is seeking a seasoned General Manager to oversee our multi-dealership group across Wisconsin.

The role focuses on driving operating performance, sales results, and service excellence for multiple locations, while building a high-performance team and a culture of accountability. You will lead strategic planning, manage P&L and budgets, standardize processes, and collaborate with vendors, OEMs, and the marketing team to grow market share and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of growing revenue across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations (sales, service, parts, finance).
• Ability to train and motivate diverse teams.
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Data-driven decision making and financial acumen.
• Experience with dealership management systems and CRM.
• Willingness to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Provide overall leadership for day-to-day operations across multiple dealership locations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and adherence to company policies.
• Sales & Profitability: Drive sales performance and profitability across all dealerships by implementing effective strategies and initiatives, ensuring all locations meet and exceed financial goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support a team of general managers, sales managers, and department heads to create a culture of high performance, professional growth, and collaboration.
• Customer Experience: Champion superior customer service across all dealerships, ensuring that each location provides a consistent, exceptional experience that meets customer needs and builds long-term loyalty.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute long-term business strategies to expand market share, enhance dealership operations, and maximize profitability for all locations.
• Financial Oversight: Manage financial performance, including P&L, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring that each dealership is operating within budget and optimizing revenue streams.
• Process Optimization: Streamline operations and standardize processes across locations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Vendor and OEM Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and financial institutions to enhance dealership operations and secure advantageous agreements.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all dealerships adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal compliance measures.
• Marketing & Community Engagement: Collaborate with the marketing team to implement campaigns that drive traffic to all locations and build brand awareness. Engage with the local community to foster a positive brand reputation.

Skills

Revenue growth leadership

P&L management across multiple loc

Dealership operations expertise

Team leadership and mentoring

Excellent communication

Data-driven decision making

CRM and DMS proficiency

Travel between locations

Tools

CRM systems

Dealership Management System (DMS)

Job description

General Manager – Multi-Dealership Group

Position Overview: The General Manager for our Multi-Dealership Group will be responsible for overseeing the operations, sales, and service performance across several dealership locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Provide overall leadership for day-to-day operations across multiple dealership locations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and adherence to company policies.
• Sales & Profitability: Drive sales performance and profitability across all dealerships by implementing effective strategies and initiatives, ensuring all locations meet and exceed financial goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support a team of general managers, sales managers, and department heads to create a culture of high performance, professional growth, and collaboration.
• Customer Experience: Champion superior customer service across all dealerships, ensuring that each location provides a consistent, exceptional experience that meets customer needs and builds long-term loyalty.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute long-term business strategies to expand market share, enhance dealership operations, and maximize profitability for all locations.
• Financial Oversight: Manage financial performance, including P&L, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring that each dealership is operating within budget and optimizing revenue streams.
• Process Optimization: Streamline operations and standardize processes across locations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Vendor and OEM Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and financial institutions to enhance dealership operations and secure advantageous agreements.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all dealerships adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal compliance measures.
• Marketing & Community Engagement: Collaborate with the marketing team to implement campaigns that drive traffic to all locations and build brand awareness. Engage with the local community to foster a positive brand reputation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and managing P&L across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations, including sales, service, parts, and finance.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate diverse teams across different locations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in dealership management systems and CRM platforms.
• Ability to travel frequently between dealership locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• A unique opportunity to lead and grow a multi-dealership group with a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that values leadership and customer success.

How to Apply

If you are a seasoned automotive leader with the experience and vision to oversee and grow a multi-dealership group, we encourage you to apply!