General Manager, Dealership Operations & Growth

DriveTime; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(K)

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

World-class training

Bonus programs

Job summary

DriveTime is seeking a General Manager to lead a flagship dealership with accountability for sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction. You will guide a diverse team, drive performance across channels, and implement company initiatives designed to grow the business while maintaining our customer-first approach.

You will report to senior leadership and shape operations, coaching managers to achieve strong results and a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership or management experience.
• General Manager, Retail Manager, Multi-Unit Manager, or other operational leadership experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales performance and operational results.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall dealership performance with a focus on sales growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
• Drive sales volume and profitability objectives utilizing all sales channels in a continually changing environment.
• Execute company-wide initiatives, strategies, and marketing programs to maximize business results and meet or exceed dealership goals.
• Coach and develop high-performing teams while creating a culture of accountability and growth.
• Provide leadership and direction across dealership operations to ensure an outstanding customer experience.
• Conduct regular team meetings focused on performance, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Analyze business trends, identify opportunities, and implement strategies to improve dealership performance.

Skills

Proactive leadership

Drive adaptability

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Active listening

Attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Composure under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

DriveTime is seeking a General Manager to lead a flagship dealership with accountability for sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction. You will guide a diverse team, drive performance across channels, and implement company initiatives designed to grow the business while maintaining our customer-first approach.

You will report to senior leadership and shape operations, coaching managers to achieve strong results and a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.