General Manager

General Manager – Suntrup Buick GMC (St. Peters, MO)

About Us:
Suntrup Buick GMC has been proudly serving the St. Louis area since 1994. As part of the Suntrup Automotive Family, we have built a reputation for honesty, integrity, and exceptional customer service. We are a family-owned and operated dealership with a long-standing history of success, strong community roots, and a commitment to providing an outstanding automotive experience.

We are seeking a proven, results-driven General Manager to lead our Suntrup Buick GMC location in St. Peters, MO. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all dealership operations, driving profitability, building a strong team culture, and upholding the Suntrup legacy of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  

  Oversee all dealership operations including sales, finance, service, and parts departments.

  
  


• 
  

  Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve volume, profitability, and CSI goals.

  
  


• 
  

  Lead, motivate, and develop department managers to achieve operational excellence and accountability.

  
  


• 
  

  Manage dealership financial performance including forecasting, expense control, and gross profit objectives.

  
  


• 
  

  Maintain manufacturer relationships, ensure compliance with OEM standards, and achieve factory objectives.

  
  


• 
  

  Drive a culture of exceptional customer service, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement.

  
  


• 
  

  Recruit, train, and retain high-performing team members.

  
  


• 
  

  Oversee inventory management, pricing strategy, and marketing initiatives.

  
  


• 
  

  Review monthly financial statements, departmental reports, and key performance indicators to identify growth opportunities.

  
  


• 
  

  Represent the dealership within the local community and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners.

  
  

Qualifications:

• 
  

  Minimum 10 years of automotive retail experience.

  
  


• 
  

  Minimum 5 years of experience as a General Manager (GM, Managing Partner, or equivalent leadership position).

  
  


• 
  

  Proven track record of achieving sales and profitability goals in a high-volume dealership environment.

  
  


• 
  

  Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

  
  


• 
  

  In-depth understanding of dealership financial statements, OEM reporting, and industry compliance requirements.

  
  


• 
  

  Ability to create and sustain a positive, performance-driven culture.

  
  


• 
  

  Experience with CDK, Dealertrack, or similar DMS systems preferred.

  
  


• 
  

  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field preferred (not required).

  
  

What We Offer:

• 
  

  Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.

  
  


• 
  

  Health, dental, and vision insurance.

  
  


• 
  

  401(k)

  
  


• 
  

  Company vehicle and fuel allowance.

  
  


• 
  

  Paid vacation and holidays.

  
  


• 
  

  Opportunity to join one of the most respected automotive families in the St. Louis area.

  
  

Join the Legacy. Lead the Future.
If you are a dynamic automotive leader with a passion for people, performance, and growth, we invite you to apply and become part of the Suntrup success story.