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Automotive General Manager

Meineke Car Care Centers

Belleville, ILFull-time$75–125K/yrPosted 3mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$75–125K/yr
Location
Belleville, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State-Issued Driver's License

Job overview

Meineke Car Care Centers is hiring an Automotive General Manager. The posting seeks a full-time Automotive General Manager to oversee daily operations, motivate staff, and drive sales and service performance at a high‑volume dealership, offering competitive salary, benefits, and advancement opportunities for candidates with at least three years of management experience.

Key focus areas include Oversee daily operations, remedy customer complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met, Recruit, hire, and train service managers, office managers, and sales/finance department managers to meet profit levels, and Assist with the creation of affordable advertising campaigns and programs to increase sales and brand visibility for the car dealership.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED Equivalent, 3+ Years Sales Manager Or General Manager Position For A Dealership Or Auto Group Experience, and State-Issued Driver's License. Important skills include Oversee Daily Operations, Remedy Customer Complaints, Ensure Customer Satisfaction Metrics Are Met, Recruit Service Managers, Hire Service Managers, and Train Service Managers. Preferred (not required): Motivate Team and Succeed With Integrity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Oversee Daily OperationsRemedy Customer ComplaintsEnsure Customer Satisfaction Metrics Are MetRecruit Service ManagersHire Service ManagersTrain Service ManagersRecruit Office ManagersHire Office ManagersTrain Office ManagersRecruit Sales/Finance Department ManagersHire Sales/Finance Department ManagersTrain Sales/Finance Department ManagersAssist With Advertising CampaignsAssist With Advertising ProgramsIncrease SalesIncrease Brand VisibilityAttend Manager MeetingsEstablish Good Working RelationshipsEstablish Sales ProcessesRecommend Daily Unit SalesImplement Growth StrategiesAssess Profit and LossMaintain Vehicle InventoryReview Financial Statements for AccuracyReview Financial Statements for CompletionLearn Local RegulationsUphold Local RegulationsLearn State RegulationsUphold State RegulationsLearn Federal RegulationsUphold Federal RegulationsKnowledge of the Automotive IndustryKnowledge of Automotive Industry TrendsStrong Communication SkillsLeadershipInterpret Profit and Loss StatementsMotivate TeamSucceed With Integrity

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent3+ Years Sales Manager or General Manager Position for a Dealership or Auto Group ExperienceState-Issued Driver's LicenseAcceptable Driving Record3+ Years Management ExperienceDealership Management ExperienceBachelor's Degree

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching

  • Competitive salary

  • Employee discounts

  • Health insurance

  • Opportunity for advancement

  • Paid time off

  • Training & development

Benefits/Perks

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Career Advancement

  • Training and Development

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Employee Discounts

  • Positive Work Environment:

  • Locally-Owned

  • Cutting-Edge Tools and Equipment:

  • Work-Life Balance Job Summary Are you ready to take the next big step in your automotive industry career? Our high-volume automotive dealership is seeking a full-time Automotive General Manager to oversee and motivate our talented team of professionals.

The ideal candidate for this position should have a track record of successful management positions with at least three years of experience, and a strong desire to succeed with integrity.

You will oversee daily operations and assist sales and service managers in setting big but realistic goals. We offer a competitive base salary and financial incentives—when our automotive dealership succeeds, so do you! If you have dealership management experience and excellent communication skills, apply today! Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations, remedy customer complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met

  • Recruit, hire, and train service managers, office managers, and sales/finance department managers to meet profit levels

  • Assist with the creation of affordable advertising campaigns and programs to increase sales and brand visibility for the car dealership

  • Attend manager meetings and establish good working relationships with owners, managers, and dealership staff to establish sales processes and recommend daily unit sales

  • Implement growth strategies that align with automotive group objectives by carefully assessing profit and loss while maintaining vehicle inventory that meets the needs of the local market

  • Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and completion before sharing them with upper dealership management

  • Learn and uphold all local, state, and federal regulations impacting vehicle sales, and the automotive industry as a whole Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; a high school diploma or GED equivalent needed

  • Three or more years of experience in a sales manager or general manager position for a dealership or auto group is necessary

  • Knowledge of the automotive industry and trends

  • Possess a state-issued driver’s license and acceptable driving record to operate dealership-owned vehicles

  • Strong communication skills; a track record of leadership; and the ability to interpret profit and loss statements are necessary for success Why Meineke?

  • Meineke values personal and professional growth.

  • Benefit from ongoing training and development programs to enhance your automotive knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements.

  • Join a team of driven and talented individuals who share your passion for high-quality repair work. Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and camaraderie.

  • With locally-owned Meineke shops, experience a sense of community and connection with your customers and fellow team members.

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