Newton Chevrolet of Russellville is seeking a highly motivated, hands-on General Manager (GM) to lead our growing dealership to the next level. This results-driven leader will take full ownership of dealership operations, including sales and service performance, team development, and customer satisfaction, while driving growth and profitability in a rural market. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the automotive industry, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven ability to build a winning culture, develop a high-performing team, and deliver outstanding customer experiences.
BENEFITS- Highly Competitive Compensation Plan (based on experience and performance)
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Financial Savings Plan (401K)
- Paid Time Off
- Positive, Family-Oriented Work Culture
- Career Advancement within a Growing Dealer Group
- Employee Vehicle Purchase and Service Discounts
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR- Proven automotive retail management experience, preferably as a GM, GSM, or high-performing Sales Director
- Strong understanding of new and used vehicle operations, F&I, inventory management, service, digital leads, and dealership financials
- Ability to grow volume without sacrificing gross
- Experience managing and developing sales, finance, and service and parts managers
- Strong used-car acquisition, pricing, aging, and inventory-turn knowledge
- Ability to hold managers and employees accountable to processes and expectations
- A hands-on leadership style with strong showroom-floor and customer involvement
- Understanding of CSI, online reputation, and customer retention
- Proven ability to recruit, train, and develop talented people
- Strong communication skills and a desire to become part of the Russellville community
RESPONSIBILITIES- Oversee daily dealership operations to ensure efficient and effective performance.
- Drive sales and service growth by setting clear targets and coaching the sales and service team to achieve them
- Develop and implement strategies tailored to the rural market to increase customer traffic and retention
- Manage budgets, control expenses, and maintain profitability goals
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and the community
- Lead, mentor, and motivate the dealership team to foster a high-performance culture
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKEWe aren't looking for someone who simply maintains what's already there. We want a GM who walks in every morning asking:
- How do we sell more cars?
- How do we make more gross?
- How do we develop our people?
- How do we improve the customer experience?
- How do we make this dealership better today than it was yesterday?
QUALIFICATIONS- Experience in auto dealership management or a similar leadership role required
- GM/GSM experience strongly preferred
- Strong sales background with a track record increasing sales and profitability
- Excellent understanding of dealership financial statements and KPIs
- Proven leadership and team-building skills
- Strong used-vehicle and inventory-management knowledge
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of business outcomes
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
- Understanding of rural market dynamics is a plus
- Valid driver's license
If you're a proven automotive leader who wants the opportunity to build, lead, and grow a dealership, we'd like to talk with you.
