General Manager

Rohrman Automotive Group

$250K — $500K+*
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of automotive dealership management experience.
  • Proven ability to increase profitability across departments.
  • Strong financial acumen for analyzing financial reports and forecasts.
  • Exceptional leadership skills to motivate and hold teams accountable.
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Hire, train, and motivate department managers; conduct performance evaluations.
  • Lead daily operations and set goals in collaboration with department heads.
  • Drive customer satisfaction by maintaining high CSI scores and addressing complaints.
  • Oversee financial performance through review of reports and financial statements.
  • Build strong business relationships with lenders and manufacturers.
  • Direct dealership marketing and promotional strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures across departments.

Benefits

  • Affordable Health Insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Paid Time Off, including holidays and vacation after 90 days.
  • Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave for new parents.
  • Paylocity 'Pay On Demand' for early access to earnings.
  • Employee Discounts on vehicle services and purchases.
  • Continuous Training & Mentorship for professional growth.
  • Employee Tenure & Recognition Program to celebrate contributions.
  • Fun Company Events for employee engagement.
Full Job Description
General Manager

As a General Manager, you are the driving force behind your dealership's success. You'll lead every department - Sales, Service, Parts, and Office - ensuring each one operates at peak profitability while delivering an outstanding ownership experience to every customer. This is a high-visibility leadership role for someone who thrives on results and knows how to build winning teams.

Responsibilities
  • Hire, train, and motivate all department managers; conduct formal performance evaluations at regularly scheduled intervals.
  • Lead daily operations by monitoring key metrics (DOC), setting monthly and annual goals with department heads, and holding regular management meetings.
  • Drive customer satisfaction by implementing programs that maintain CSI scores at or above franchise standards; personally resolve escalated customer and associate complaints.
  • Oversee financial health by reviewing weekly reports, ensuring accurate and timely monthly financial statement submissions, and approving purchase orders and compensation plans.
  • Partner with lending institutions and manufacturer personnel to develop and maintain strong business relationships.
  • Lead dealership marketing and merchandising strategy, including advertising programs and promotional planning.
  • Ensure all policies and procedures are clearly communicated, understood, and followed across every department.

Requirements
  • Minimum of 5+ years of automotive dealership management experience.
  • Proven track record of driving profitability across multiple departments.
  • Strong financial acumen - ability to read and act on financial statements, forecasts, and DOC reports.
  • Exceptional leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Pay Range / Compensation
  • $250,000 - $600,000+ annually (salary + performance-based bonus tied to store performance)
  • 50+ hours per week expected based on business needs and operational demands

Benefits
  • Affordable Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • Competitive 401(k): Build your future with our retirement savings plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes paid holidays and vacation after 90 days of full-time employment.
  • Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new mothers and fathers.
  • Paylocity "Pay On Demand": Access your earnings before payday (up to $2,000).
  • Employee Discounts: Discounts on vehicle servicing and new car purchases.
  • Continuous Training & Mentorship: Grow professionally and advance your career within our group.
  • Employee Tenure & Recognition Program: We celebrate milestones and contributions.
  • Fun Company Events: Awesome experiences for employees and their families!

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