General Manager – General Motors | i.g. Burton Auto Group

i.g. Burton Auto Group; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Paid Holidays

Job summary

i.g. Burton Auto Group is seeking an accomplished General Manager with General Motors dealership experience to lead our GM operations and drive profitability, customer satisfaction, and market share growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate accountability, people development, and a passion for excellence within a GM franchise environment. This role requires proven leadership in a fast-paced, performance-driven setting, with a history of improving CSI scores, optimizing operations, and

Qualifications

• Previous GM experience in franchised automotive dealership.
• General Motors dealership leadership experience.
• Proven track record of profitability, market share growth, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for dealership operations.
• Drive performance across Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance departments.
• Partner with executive leadership to achieve profitability, growth, and market share objectives.
• Develop, coach, and support department leaders to maximize departmental performance.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, financial statements, and operational reports.
• Ensure the dealership consistently meets or exceeds General Motors standards and expectations.
• Foster a customer-focused culture that delivers exceptional experiences and strong CSI results.
• Lead recruiting, development, and retention efforts to build a high-performing team.
• Maintain compliance with all manufacturer, state, and federal regulations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, community partners, and General Motors representatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Promote a positive, professional, and performance-oriented workplace culture.

Skills

General Manager experience

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Customer satisfaction focus

Job description

i.g. Burton Auto Group is seeking an accomplished and results-driven General Manager with General Motors dealership experience to lead our General Motors operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven automotive leader who has successfully managed dealership performance, developed high-performing teams, and delivered outstanding customer satisfaction results within a General Motors franchise environment. We are looking for a seasoned professional with a demonstrated history of driving profitability, improving CSI scores, and cultivating a culture of accountability and excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, operational expertise, and a passion for developing people while achieving business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for dealership operations.
• Drive performance across Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance departments.
• Partner with executive leadership to achieve profitability, growth, and market share objectives.
• Develop, coach, and support department leaders to maximize departmental performance.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, financial statements, and operational reports.
• Ensure the dealership consistently meets or exceeds General Motors standards and expectations.
• Foster a customer-focused culture that delivers exceptional experiences and strong CSI results.
• Lead recruiting, development, and retention efforts to build a high-performing team.
• Maintain compliance with all manufacturer, state, and federal regulations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, community partners, and General Motors representatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Promote a positive, professional, and performance-oriented workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a General Manager in a franchised automotive dealership is required.
• General Motors dealership leadership experience is required.
• Proven track record of achieving strong dealership profitability, market share growth, and customer satisfaction performance.
• Extensive knowledge of dealership financials, operations, inventory management, and fixed operations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive results and accountability.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Compensation

• We offer an aggressive compensation plan with salary, incentives, and bonuses.

Benefits

You and your family will have access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, prescription drugs, dental, life, and 401(k)-retirement plan.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Paid Holidays

Why Join i.g. Burton Auto Group?

Since 1908, i.g. Burton & Company, Inc has provided employment opportunities to thousands of different people in Delmarva. Many have included families with multiple generations becoming a part of our history in the automotive business - fathers, sons, mothers, sisters, brothers, cousins, you name it. For more than 115 years, our success has been based on the success of our employees. This is why we are always looking to hire the best of the best. Our growth and continued history depend on it. If you want a career for a lifetime, we want you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

i.g. Burton Auto Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business needs, without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.