General Sales Manager / Store Director

PowerHouse Automotive Group; Sylvester (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee vehicle discounts

Performance incentives

Leadership training

Job summary

Powerhouse Automotive Group in Central Georgia seeks a Store Director to lead the dealership's operations, drive performance, and ensure exceptional customer experience across all departments. This on-site leadership role requires strategic oversight of revenue, profitability, and regulatory compliance while shaping culture and accountability.

The Store Director will coach department leaders, oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, and collaborate with corporate on reporting and

Qualifications

• Experience leading automotive dealership operations and teams.
• Strong understanding of P&L, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to drive sales, service, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead all dealership operations in alignment with company strategy and goals.
• Oversee financial performance including revenue, profitability, and expenses.
• Drive sales, service, and customer satisfaction across departments.
• Set annual/monthly objectives with sales managers for units, gross profits, and operating profit.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and accountability for department leaders.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards and legal requirements.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement improvement strategies.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on teamwork and integrity.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Decision making

Team development

Customer experience

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Management

Tools

Dealership management systems

Job description

Description

Powerhouse Automotive Group | Central Georgia

Powerhouse Automotive Group is a fast-growing, people-first automotive organization built on performance, integrity, and community—investing in our people as we modernize the dealership experience and create career opportunities.

Position Summary

The Store Director is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and profitability of the dealership. This role oversees all departments ensuring operational excellence, strong financial results, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer experience. The Store Director serves as the primary leader on-site, driving culture, accountability, and long-term growth.

Why Work With Us

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term disability, Life and AD&D, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee vehicle and service discounts
• Competitive compensation based on experience, performance base incentive opportunities
• Ongoing development and leadership training within a growing dealership group
• People-first culture with a focus on leadership, accountability, and transparency

Job Duties

• Lead all dealership operations, ensuring alignment with company strategy, culture, and performance goals.
• Oversee financial performance, including revenue, profitability, expense control, and budgeting.
• Drive sales, service, performance and customer satisfaction across all departments.
• Meets with sales managers to establish annual and monthly objectives for unit sales, gross profits, expenses, and operating profit.
• Ensure ongoing sales training, including weekly sales meetings. Develop, coach, and hold department leaders accountable for results and team development.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Foster a positive, high-performance culture focused on teamwork, integrity, and customer experience.
• Represent the dealership within the community and maintain strong manufacturer relationships.
• Partner with corporate leadership on reporting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Attends managers’ meetings.
• Displays professional appearance.

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous automotive dealership General Manager, Store Director, or senior leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations, financial statements, and P&L management.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing leadership teams.
• Experience driving sales growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dealership environment.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with dealership management systems and accounting software.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to successfully pass a background screening, drug test, and motor vehicle record (MVR) check, as applicable.

Powerhouse Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected status as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.