Job DescriptionEmpire Automotive Group - Chevrolet of HuntingtonPosition: General Sales ManagerEmpire Automotive Group is seeking a high-performing
General Sales Manager ready to lead, inspire, and deliver exceptional results. If you're a strategic, motivated automotive leader with a history of driving growth, this is your chance to step into a premier role at one of Huntington's most exciting dealerships.
Our
state-of-the-art facility sets the stage for excellence-equipped to support high-volume operations, empower your sales team, and elevate the customer experience. You'll guide a talented staff, optimize performance, and champion our award-winning lineup of
Chevrolet vehicles.
If you're ready to lead with vision, build winning teams, and shape the future of our dealership, we want to hear from you.
Your next big opportunity starts here-apply today.Primary Responsibilities:- Assist the sales team in closing deals, ensuring customer satisfaction and successful transactions.
- Work effectively with finance, billing, and service departments to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
- Provide the sales department with top-tier customer service, strengthening client relationships.
Leadership & Growth:- Coach, train, and develop team members to maximize potential and create a strong dealership culture.
- Meet and surpass quotas and projections on a regular basis, driving sales performance.
- Foster positive working relationships with employees, finance lenders, manufacturers, and vendors, maintaining ethical leadership.
Strategic & Operational Contributions:- Collaborate with the general manager to manage new and used vehicle supply, quickly addressing over-aged inventory.
- Help generate new customers and retain existing ones using past sales history, dealer advertising strategies, and promotions.
- Participate in monthly dealership meetings, forecasting expenses, profits, and operating costs for the sales department.
- Ensure proper documentation and maintain impeccable record-keeping for business accuracy.
Professional Development:- Continue personal growth by attending all required meetings, training sessions, and educational opportunities.
- Perform other tasks as assigned, contributing to the dealership's ongoing success.
Qualifications:Leadership & Sales Expertise:- Strong communicator with proven leadership, collaboration, and delegation skills.
- Ability to coach, motivate, and hold employees accountable while fostering a positive team environment.
- Experienced in achieving monthly and annual projections, driving business success.
Industry Knowledge & Experience:- 5+ years in automotive sales, including 3+ years in a general sales management role at a domestic dealership.
- Deep understanding of both variable and fixed operations.
- Strong customer service skills, building trust and satisfaction.
Professional Qualities & Work Ethic:- Patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic with a team-player attitude.
- Flexible with scheduling, including weekends and holidays.
- Results-driven mindset with a strong work ethic.
Technical & Operational Skills:- Proficient in Microsoft Office, and multiple DMS tools.
- Effective in managing dealership operations and inventory.
Benefits• 401k Plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Competitive Pay Plans
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plans
• Promotion from within
