Automotive General Sales Manager

General Sales Manager

Our General Sales Managers have the ability to meet the highest standards in sales and customer service. If you have been successful building strong teams, possess a high level of integrity and have a strong interest in professional growth beyond your current position, you may be the individual we are seeking. We are part of Lithia Motors, a Fortune 300, publicly traded (NYSE: LAD) company that is on the fast track to even more success and development. Don't miss out on this opportunity! We are committed to growing our company and growing our people!

Responsibilities:

• Forecast sales goals and objectives for the sales team.
• Manage and monitor daily activity of sales managers and sales staff to ensure sales volume and productivity goals are met.
• Develop effective sales staff by communicating expected performance standards, monitoring performance, identifying development needs, coaching, motivating and mentoring.
• Conduct and lead regular sales staff meetings.
• Work directly with the General Manager to create marketing plans and sales promotions.
• Manage web portal and online presence.
• On-going customer engagement and communication. Respond to customers concerns to ensure full resolution.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities to develop and motivate successful sales teams.
• Experience as an Automotive Sales Manager, F&I Manager and/or Used Car Manager is preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of computers and systems.
• Successful background in financial/budgeting role.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Short and long-term disability & paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan & employee stock purchase plan
• Vehicle purchase discounts
• Wellness programs

High school graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.