General Sales Manager

Stevens Creek Chevrolet

$100K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of dealership sales management experience
  • Previous experience as a General Sales Manager preferred
  • Proven record of increasing sales volume and dealership profitability
  • Strong leadership and coaching abilities
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Experience with CRM, inventory management, and digital retailing
  • Knowledge of manufacturer programs and dealership financial performance
  • High ethical standards and a customer-first mindset

Responsibilities

  • Leading all New and Used Vehicle Sales operations
  • Coaching and developing Sales Managers, Finance Managers, BDC, and Sales Consultants
  • Driving profitability while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction
  • Managing inventory, pricing, merchandising, and vehicle turn
  • Improving sales processes and ensuring consistent execution
  • Working closely with General Motors to maximize incentives, programs, and performance metrics
  • Recruiting, training, and retaining top automotive talent
  • Monitoring KPIs including volume, gross profit, inventory aging, CSI, lead conversion, and sales effectiveness
  • Creating a culture built around accountability, teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company participation
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • A respected dealership with strong ownership support
  • The opportunity to lead one of Northern California's most recognized Chevrolet dealerships
Full Job Description
General Sales Manager (GSM)
Stevens Creek Chevrolet | San Jose, CA
Lead One of California's Premier Chevrolet Dealerships

This is not an entry-level leadership opportunity. We are searching for a proven automotive sales executive with a history of increasing profitability, improving processes, developing people, and achieving exceptional manufacturer performance.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume dealership and believe accountability, leadership, and culture drive results, we want to meet you.
What You'll Be Responsible For
  • Leading all New and Used Vehicle Sales operations
  • Coaching and developing Sales Managers, Finance Managers, BDC, and Sales Consultants
  • Driving profitability while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction
  • Managing inventory, pricing, merchandising, and vehicle turn
  • Improving sales processes and ensuring consistent execution
  • Working closely with General Motors to maximize incentives, programs, and performance metrics
  • Recruiting, training, and retaining top automotive talent
  • Monitoring KPIs including volume, gross profit, inventory aging, CSI, lead conversion, and sales effectiveness
  • Creating a culture built around accountability, teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:
  • Minimum 5 years of dealership sales management experience
  • Previous experience as a General Sales Manager preferred
  • Proven record of increasing sales volume and dealership profitability
  • Strong leadership and coaching abilities
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Experience with CRM, inventory management, and digital retailing
  • Knowledge of manufacturer programs and dealership financial performance
  • High ethical standards and a customer-first mindset
  • Ability to inspire, motivate, and hold a team accountable
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company participation
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • A respected dealership with strong ownership support
  • The opportunity to lead one of Northern California's most recognized Chevrolet dealerships

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