General Manager

Fields Auto Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Company demo access

Discounts on products/services

Catered Saturday Lunches

Job summary

Fields Auto Group is a premier luxury automotive family-owned group seeking a results-driven General Manager to oversee two elite portfolios: Fields Motorcars North Shore (Gold Coast) and Downers Grove. You will drive profitability, oversee sales, finance, and internet operations, and elevate the luxury customer experience.

Leading a high-performing team, you will implement strategic plans, maintain CSI, manage pricing and inventory, and build strong relations with manufacturers and lenders

Qualifications

• GM or GSM experience at luxury, high-volume automotive dealership.
• Proven profitability with strong CSI results.
• Team-oriented, collaborative leadership style.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate operations across departments to optimize performance and profitability.
• Manage and mentor department managers and staff; conduct weekly manager meetings.
• Maintain CSI scores at or above standards.
• Oversee pricing, inventory strategy, and balance sheet management.
• Develop relationships with luxury manufacturers, lenders, and the local community.
• Ensure compliance with Fields Five standards and applicable regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Profitability

Customer focus

Job description

Luxury Automotive General Manager

Fields Auto Group

Fields Auto Group is a premier, family-owned and operated automotive group. We are seeking a positive, dynamic leader to provide an unmatched luxury experience for both our internal team and external customers. Our mission is simple: provide the best customer experience and create lifelong relationships.

Our culture is driven by the Fields Five: Safety, Integrity, Courtesy, Presentation, and Efficiency. We believe in transparency, collaborative environments, and promoting from within.

The Opportunity

As our General Manager, you will oversee operations for our elite luxury portfolios:

• Fields Motorcars North Shore (Gold Coast): Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Bugatti.
• Fields Motorcars Downers Grove: Lamborghini and Bentley.

You will be fully accountable for customer retention and dealership profitability, with a primary focus on the variable side—including new/used vehicle sales, finance, and internet sales operations.

Position Type: Full-Time (Seeking either two dedicated General Managers or one overarching General Manager to lead both high-profile locations)

What We Offer

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Income Protection: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability; Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Personal Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Perks & Extras: Employee vehicle purchase plans or company demo, discounts on products/services, and catered Saturday Lunches.
• PAY: 300k - 500k yearly

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Plan, implement, and assess successful operations across all dealership departments to optimize performance and profitability.
• Team Management: Supervise, train, mentor, and discipline department managers and dealership staff while conducting weekly manager meetings.
• Customer Experience: Maintain Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) scores at or above company and manufacturer standards.
• Inventory & Financials: Oversee vehicle pricing, inventory strategy, and balance sheet management.
• External Relations: Cultivate strong working relationships with luxury manufacturers, lending institutions, and the local community.
• Compliance: Reinforce company policies, uphold the Fields Five standards, and ensure strict compliance with legal and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience as a General Manager (GM) or General Sales Manager (GSM) at a luxury, high-volume automotive dealership is required.
• Track Record: Documented history of achieving strong profitability and consistent, positive Customer Satisfaction results.
• Leadership Style: Team-oriented, collaborative, and communicative mentor who thrives on employee relations.
• Requirements: Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean motor vehicle driving record. Willingness to submit to a pre-employment background check is required.