General Manager

JOIN THE UFTRING AUTO GROUP AS A GENERAL MANAGER!

We have a thorough but FAST hiring process!

THE AUTOMOTIVE GENERAL MANAGER IS VITALLY IMPORTANT.

The General Manager is completely responsible for and will be held accountable for the successful operation of the dealership. The General Manager will accomplish all objectives through planning, motivating, and coordinating the activities of all departments.

The General Manager can expect to earn $140,000+ per year depending upon experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan the dealership’s operations for the coming year and report the plan to the dealer and/or stockholders for approval.


• Obtain, review, and recommend improvements for each department managers monthly forecasts and plans.


• Ensure that every department operates harmoniously and profitably.


• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with the various franchises and lending institutions.


• Ensure that a completed financial statement is submitted to the franchises by the 5^th working day of each month.


• Handle all dealership personnel functions, to include interviewing, hiring, measuring, and evaluating performance, recognizing accomplishments, and termination.


• Review and approve the compensation plans for all employees.


• Ensure that department managers are training and supervising employees for optimum effectiveness.


• Complete a formal performance appraisal of each department manager once every year.


• Provide enthusiastic leadership to shape employees’ attitudes and build morale.


• Conduct manager meetings at scheduled intervals.

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS:

• Two years of management experience required.


• Dealership sales experience and five years in a supervisory role.


• Experience in other dealership departments is a plus.


• Must have strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to understand profit and loss statements and manage a diverse staff.


• College degree in business is preferred.


• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.


• The chosen candidate may eventually have investment or partnership opportunities.

BENEFITS:

• Solid and stable reputation – we have been in business for over 43 years and we’re still growing!


• 5-Day work week.


• The chosen candidate may eventually have investment or partnership opportunities!


• Attractive Vacation and Paid Time Off – with PTO available within the first year of employment.*


• Paid time off for bereavement.*


• Medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, and Teladoc insurance plans – with Company participation.


• 401(k) Plan with Company participation.

*See Team Member Handbook and Policies for full details.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.