Operations Development Program NJ

L0105 Lithia Home Office; New Jersey; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Disability

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway – Planet Honda is recruiting for an Operations Development Program. The role is full-time, onsite, with a $60,000 starting salary during a 3-month training period and potential bonuses and raises on performance.

You will support multiple dealership departments and learn through hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. The program emphasizes leadership development, cross-functional collaboration, and a structured onboarding process designed to accelerate career growth

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (or higher) is required.
• Strong communication skills and active listening are essential.
• Professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail are necessary.
• Fast learning, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities are important.
• Collaborative, ownership-driven attitude and openness to feedback are valued.

Responsibilities

• Dive into core dealership operations across Sales, Service, Parts, Back Office, and F&I.
• Master daily store workflows through onboarding, shadowing, and owning real responsibilities.
• Strengthen customer, business, and operational acumen across departments.
• Collaborate with store and regional leaders through coaching, workshops, and meetings.
• Complete the program with dealership expertise and a leadership-focused path.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Reliability

Attention to detail

Fast learner

Collaborative mindset

Education

Associate’s degree (or higher)

Job description

Dealership:

L0443 Planet Honda

Lithia & Driveway – Planet Honda

NOW HIRING: Operations Development Program

• Full-time hours are Monday to Saturday, 8-5
• Onsite position
• Salary: Starting at $60,000 during the 3‑month training period. After training, you become eligible for bonus objectives and salary increases based on performance.
• Provide support to dealership departments (Sales, Service, F&I, Back Office, and more!)

Lithia & Driveway is one of the largest and fastest-growing automotive retailers in North America, with 400-450 dealerships across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, providing customers a seamless online and in-store experience.

Kickstart your career with hands-on experience at a fast-paced, innovative company. You will be able to partner with dealership teams to develop real-world skills while helping drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The DART Ops program is more than a rotation — it’s a community.
We develop the next generation of LAD leaders by bringing together high‑potential, culturally aligned individuals ready to grow and make an impact.

DART is a talent network and cultural incubator — offering hands‑on store experience, real leadership development, and a connected group committed to excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Dive into core dealership operations with hands-on experience in Sales, Service, Parts, Back Office, and F&I
• Master daily store workflows through structured onboarding, shadowing top performers, and owning real responsibilities
• Strengthen customer, business, and operational acumen by working across multiple departments
• Collaborate directly with store and regional leaders through coaching, workshops, and strategic meetings
• Complete the program with deep dealership expertise and a clear, accelerated path focused on leadership potential

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• An associate’s degree (or higher) and a strong desire to grow your career
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to listen actively
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong attention to detail
• A fast-learning, adaptable mindset with solid problem‑solving abilities
• A collaborative, ownership‑driven attitude and openness to feedback

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or olderrequired. We are adrug-freeworkplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, genderidentityor Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

The full salary range for this position begins at $60,000 during the 3‑month training period. After training, you become eligible for bonus objectives and salary increases based on performance.

This is based on skills, qualifications and experience, and physical location. Final compensation will beestablishedthrough the interview processin accordance withapplicable pay equity and transparency laws.