Automotive General Manager - Vancouver WA | Dick Hannah Dealerships

Dick Hannah Volkswagen

$72K — $500K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years as Automotive GSM, Service Director, or General Manager (GM experience preferred)
  • Advanced knowledge of dealership operations and sales management
  • Proven track record in leading franchised auto dealerships to financial success
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, ADP, CDK, and HRIS systems
  • Strong ethical leadership focus and commitment to company culture

Responsibilities

  • Manage all dealership operations to maximize revenue and performance
  • Review financials and performance metrics to identify growth opportunities
  • Develop and maintain operational workflows and process maps
  • Lead the design and implementation of business processes and strategic plans
  • Coach and mentor department leaders towards their goals
  • Partner with ownership on reviewing financials and dealership strategy
  • Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturers and lenders
  • Oversee recruitment, training, and professional development for managers
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and foster a culture of ethics
  • Address and resolve customer and employee concerns effectively
  • Create advertising strategies to enhance dealership visibility

Benefits

  • Highly competitive pay structure including base salary and performance bonuses
  • Generous accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) with increasing benefits over time
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company sponsorship
  • At least 2 paid holidays per year following the introductory period
Full Job Description
Compensation & Benefits:

  • Highly Competitive Pay: $6,000 monthly salary + 2% of Total Store Gross + 10% of Store Net


  • Earning Potential: $500,000+ annually based on performance


  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue 96 hours your first year, with increases over time


  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life insurance, and short- & long-term disability after 60 days


  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: Robust company-sponsored savings plan


  • Paid Holidays: At least 2 paid holidays per year following the introductory period


What You'll Do:

As our General Manager, you will be the driving force behind dealership success, leading every department to achieve operational excellence and outstanding profitability.

  • Manage all dealership operations to maximize revenue and performance


  • Review financials, DOCs, and performance metrics to identify growth opportunities


  • Develop, document, and maintain operational workflows, process maps, and swimlane diagrams to identify efficiencies and improvement opportunities.


  • Lead the design and implementation of business processes and strategic plans across multiple teams


  • Coach and mentor department leaders to achieve individual and team goals


  • Partner with ownership to review dealership financials and strategic direction


  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with manufacturers and lenders


  • Oversee recruiting, training, and professional development for managers


  • Ensure compliance with company policies and a culture of ethics and accountability


  • Address and resolve customer and employee concerns effectively


  • Create effective advertising and merchandising strategies to enhance visibility


What You Bring:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as an Automotive GSM, Service Director, or General Manager (GM experience preferred)


  • Advanced knowledge of dealership operations, sales management, and fixed ops


  • Proven success leading a franchised auto dealership to strong financial performance


  • Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills


  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, ADP, CDK, and HRIS systems


  • Strong ethical leadership and commitment to company culture

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