General Sales Manager

Ed Morse Automotive Group

• $80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of automotive sales management experience, preferably as a GSM
  • Proven track record of leading high-performing sales teams
  • Strong knowledge of sales processes, deal structuring, and F&I workflow
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
  • Familiarity with dealership software (CDK experience preferred) and Microsoft Office
  • A dedication to customer service excellence
  • Stable and progressive career history in automotive retail

Responsibilities

  • Lead new and pre-owned vehicle sales operations
  • Set, achieve, and maximize sales targets and profit margins
  • Recruit, train, and mentor the sales team including managers and consultants
  • Develop and implement effective sales processes and customer engagement strategies
  • Monitor sales metrics and performance reports for accountability
  • Collaborate with the General Manager to meet dealership goals
  • Ensure top-level customer satisfaction during the sales process
  • Manage showroom activity and customer flow effectively
  • Coordinate with marketing for lead generation and advertising
  • Stay updated on market trends and inventory needs

Benefits

  • Uncapped earning potential with bonuses and commissions
  • 401K plan with a 25% match on contributions up to 6%
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Flexible supplemental insurance options including life and disability
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal support
  • Quarterly wellness programs to promote health goals
  • Paid vacation and six holidays each year
  • Employee purchase discounts on vehicles, parts, and services
  • Rewards for referring friends to join the company
  • Community involvement opportunities through Ed Morse Cares
  • Multiple career advancement opportunities across different states and brands
  • Ongoing education with manufacturer and product training
Full Job Description
Overview

Ed Morse Automotive Group is looking for a high-energy, results-driven General Sales Manager (GSM) to lead the sales department. We're seeking an experienced automotive leader with a passion for performance, a strong focus on customer satisfaction, and a proven ability to motivate and develop a successful sales team.

This is your chance to join a company with a strong reputation, a supportive team environment, and exciting opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of the new and pre-owned vehicle sales operations
  • Set and achieve sales targets while maximizing gross profit and front-end performance
  • Recruit, train, and mentor the sales team - including Sales Managers, Finance Managers, and Sales Consultants
  • Develop and implement effective sales processes, word tracks, and customer engagement strategies
  • Monitor sales metrics and performance reports to drive accountability and improvement
  • Partner with the General Manager and other department leaders to support overall dealership goals
  • Ensure top-notch customer satisfaction throughout the sales experience
  • Manage showroom activity and customer flow to ensure efficient operations
  • Work closely with marketing to implement successful lead generation and advertising strategies
  • Stay current on market trends, pricing, and inventory needs


Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of automotive sales management experience (preferably in a GSM or similar role)
  • Demonstrated success in leading a high-performing sales team in a dealership environment
  • Strong understanding of sales processes, desking deals, and F&I workflow
  • Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in dealership software (CDK experience a plus) and Microsoft Office
  • A commitment to delivering outstanding customer service
  • Stable, progressive career history in the automotive retail industry
  • Must Successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Why Ed Morse?

In addition to a rewarding career, Ed Morse offers our employees the following:
  • Uncapped earning potential! -Bonuses, Commissions, etc.
  • 401K with a 25% match up to 6% of your contribution
  • Competitive Health Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telemedicine
  • Supplemental Insurance options, Life Insurance, Short Team Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program- Short-term counseling on all aspects of life!
  • Quarterly Wellness Program to help you reach your health goals!
  • Vacation Pay
  • Six Paid Holidays each calendar year
  • Fantastic Employee Purchase Program! - Discounts on vehicles, parts & service
  • Employee Referral Program- Get rewarded for working with friends!
  • Become involved in our community with Ed Morse Cares
  • Unlimited career potential- opportunities in multiple states with over 30+ brands!
  • Ongoing Education- receive manufacturer and product knowledge training

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