What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive General Manager / Sales Manager position at Gossett Motors?
Gossett Motor Cars
One of the largest privately owned Automotive Dealer Groups in West Tennessee is expanding its line of franchises and is seeking a EXPERIENCED GM and SALES MANAGER with the ambition and aptitude to join our group. We are searching for an aggressive, energetic individual with a positive attitude. We will provide the tools to succeed in a fast-paced work force, with incentives and further job opportunities. You must have a Can-Do attitude to achieve targeted goals.
JOB SUMMARY
This candidate will lead and support our dealership’s staff to grow our business through continued improvement.
Gossett Motor Cars Benefits:
- Unsurpassed professional training
- Team oriented environment
- Advancement opportunities
- Exceptional compensation package
- Paid training
- Paid vacation
- 5 day work week
- Closed on Sundays
- Monthly bonus program
- Factory incentive programs
- 13 New Car Brands with more to come (cross selling allowed)
- Huge Used Car Inventory
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Coverage
- Employee car purchase program
- Wellness program
- On-site mobile health clinic
Responsibilities
- Responsible for profitability for sales department
- Assist in developing and executing a strategic plan to achieve monthly and annual forecasts
- Hire, train, mentor, support and monitor the performance of department staff
- Maintain superior customer service (CSI)
- Assist in developing an advertising and marketing plan
- Work directly with our employees and customers to develop lifetime business relationships and establish a customer referral network
- Assist sales managers in working and closing deals
Qualifications
- Proven track record of successfully meeting and exceeding sales goals
- Some college preferred, but at a minimum a high school diploma
- Minimum 3-5 years of Automotive Management Experience
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- An understanding of inventory control
- Strong Computer & Phone Skills
- Professional appearance and work ethic
- Self-motivated, goal oriented, and ability to work within a fast paced environment
- Current, valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)