Job Details
Posted 10/24/2021 | Full-time | Depends upon skills and experience | Sales **Automotive General Manager**
Huntington Station, NY 11746
**Job Description**
A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position capable of supporting functions on both sides of the business. The role requires understanding of store systems, automotive systems, parts knowledge and has the ability to identify, troubleshoot and project assist for DIY. Responsible for developing and maintaining Professional Customer relationships and program growth. Is accountable for achieving financial metrics and maintaining service and appearance standards.
Primary Responsibilities
* Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
* Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing Customer action plans
* Selection, hiring, development, performance mgmt., coaching, scheduling and engagement of store Team Members
* Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
* Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)
* Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
* Ability to lead change management
* Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both Customers and Team Members
Success Factors
* Friendly communication
* Ability to Motivate all Departments in Dealership
* Ability to execute and train project and product quality recommendations
* Ability to recruit, select, hire and develop quality Team Members
* Ability to build and grow relationships with Professional Customers
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a General Manager
* Working knowledge of automotive systems Needed Reynolds and Reynolds A must!
* Abitilty to desk deals if needed
* Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with Customers, peers and upper management
* Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
* Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
* Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statement (P&L)
* Hold others accountable, inspect work quality and give feedback in a way that is inspiring
* Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings and weekends as needed
* Prior Experience that Sets a General Manager up for Success
* 2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10 - 20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
* Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelors degree in business or a related area preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
* Must have a Valid & Clean driver's license.
**Company Description**
This is an exceptional opportunity for any New Yorker who wants to launch a career in the auto industry. We have numerous locations both import and domestic.We're one of the fastest growing privately owned automotive groups in the U.S., and, as we continue to add new locations, we need people! Come grow with us