Flagship Auto Dealership General Manager - Equity Options

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Automotive Dealership General Manager to lead their flagship Soweto dealership. This executive role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on oversight of sales, service, parts, and finance to drive profitability and customer satisfaction.

You will mentor a high-performance management team, set strategic plans, manage P&L, budgeting, and forecasting, and ensure compliance with all standards.

Qualifications

• Proven GM experience in automotive dealerships.
• Strong knowledge of sales, service, finance and parts operations.
• Experience with budgeting, P&L, and forecasting.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dealership departments and targets.
• Develop strategic business plans to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Lead and mentor the dealership's management team.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and manufacturer standards.
• Monitor market trends and competition to maintain a competitive edge.
• Manage inventory, pricing, and advertising to optimize sales.
• Champion a customer-centric buying and service experience.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Automotive Dealership General Manager to lead their flagship Soweto dealership. This executive role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on oversight of sales, service, parts, and finance to drive profitability and customer satisfaction.

You will mentor a high-performance management team, set strategic plans, manage P&L, budgeting, and forecasting, and ensure compliance with all standards.