Automotive General Sales Manager HIGH-PERFORMANCE DEALERSHIP LEADER WANTED

National Automotive Training Academy • Full-time • Pompano Beach, FL, US • $120k - $250k / year • 2m ago

AUTOMOTIVE GENERAL SALES MANAGER (GSM) HIGH-PERFORMANCE DEALERSHIP LEADER WANTED

National Automotive Training Academy is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Automotive General Sales Manager (GSM) for a local franchised new-car dealership.

This is not an entry-level management opportunity.

We are looking for a proven, high-performing automotive leader who knows how to drive volume, maximize gross, motivate a sales organization, develop people, manage inventory and produce results.

Domestic and import franchise experience is welcome.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Candidates MUST have a minimum of 3 years of current General Sales Manager (GSM) experience with a franchised new-car dealership.

You must have demonstrated success managing both new and used vehicle operations.

The ideal candidate understands the entire variable operation and is capable of stepping in and performing General Manager-level responsibilities when needed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We want a true automotive operator who can:

Lead, motivate and manage a high-performing sales organization
Train and develop Sales Managers and Sales Consultants
Desk deals and protect gross while increasing volume
Manage both New and Used Vehicle Departments
Understand new-car inventory, allocation and vehicle ordering
Manage used-car inventory, acquisition, pricing, aging and turn
Understand appraisals, trades, wholesale and retail used-car operations
Recruit, hire, train and retain strong sales professionals
Develop managers into stronger dealership leaders
Monitor CRM activity, internet leads and sales follow-up
Establish and enforce daily, weekly and monthly performance objectives
Work effectively with F&I to maximize profitability and product penetration
Analyze sales, gross, inventory, expenses and departmental performance
Maintain strong CSI and customer satisfaction
Build accountability throughout the sales department
Work directly with the General Manager and ownership
Step into the General Manager role and lead dealership operations when necessary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 3 years of current franchised-dealership GSM experience
Proven record of strong sales production
Strong desking ability
Extensive new-car and used-car experience
Strong used-car inventory and appraisal knowledge
New-car inventory and ordering experience
Previous F&I experience strongly preferred
Proven ability to recruit, coach, train and motivate salespeople
Ability to train and develop Sales Managers
Strong understanding of dealership financial performance
CRM and lead-management expertise
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Strong work ethic and accountability
Ability to operate at a General Manager level when required

IMPORT OR DOMESTIC EXPERIENCE WELCOME

Qualified candidates from major franchised automotive brands are encouraged to apply, including:

Nissan
Toyota
Honda
Ford
Chevrolet
GMC
Buick
Cadillac
Chrysler
Dodge
Jeep
Ram
Kia
Hyundai
Mazda
Subaru
Volkswagen
Other major import and domestic franchises

NATA CANDIDATE CERTIFICATION & LIFETIME PLACEMENT

National Automotive Training Academy is an automotive recruiting and training company serving dealerships across America.

When you submit your resume and application through NATA, our recruiting team will review and verify your professional information and credentials.

Qualified candidates who successfully complete the NATA certification process will receive a NATA Certificate of Certification.

Once certified, candidates are also eligible for lifetime job-placement assistance through NATA at no charge to the candidate.

Your information will be handled confidentially.

APPLY RIGHT NOW

If you're a proven GSM who can motivate people, train a sales organization, increase production, manage both new and used operations and step into a General Manager role when necessary, we want to speak with you.

Apply today:

NATAToday.net/activejobs

Or send your resume directly to:

Brandy@NATAToday.net

National Automotive Training Academy

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There is never a fee to candidates for NATA recruiting or placement services.

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