New Car Director

Ken Garff Auto Group

$100K — $120K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of leadership experience in automotive sales or related fields.
  • Creative problem-solver with a comprehensive understanding of the automotive landscape.
  • Demonstrated resilience with a strong focus on achieving results.
  • Passion for mentorship and team development.
  • Collaborative approach, effectively working with and through others.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build connections.
  • Previous experience as a sales manager or F&I preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and coach Sales Advisors to achieve departmental goals.
  • Assist Sales Advisors in deal closures when necessary.
  • Promote teamwork through mentorship and development initiatives.
  • Provide recommendations for car inventory and advertising strategies.
  • Maximize ROI on online marketing by following up on leads.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package with 401k matching.
  • Wellness Time Off, holidays, and a Personal Purpose Day.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options.
  • Access to Flex Spending, Health Savings Accounts, and various wellness programs.
  • Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback).
  • Discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and services.
Full Job Description
Job Title: New Car Director (Department Head)
Reports To: General Manager
This position is ideal for an experienced leader who can translate organizational strategy into operational excellence while serving as a trusted advisor to the General Manager.

Big Star GMC, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, is currently looking for a New Car Director that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork.

Looking for:
  • Problem solver, thinks creatively while understanding the big picture
  • Undaunted by failure with a strong drive for results
  • Strong desire to mentor and help build others
  • Collaborative, works almost exclusively with and through others
  • Persuasive and comfortable with uncertainty
  • Positive communication style with an ability to quickly connect with others
  • Prior sales manager or F&I experience preferred
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the U.S with a valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record, per company standards
  • Must be able to provide references upon request


Why you'll love working with us:
  • Competitive compensation package and 401k with company match
  • Wellness Time Off, plus holidays, plus a Personal Purpose Day
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, AD&D and Life Insurance
  • Flex Spending, Health Savings Account, EAP, Wellness Plan, Mental Health Support, Diabetes Management Program, and Parental Leave Stipend
  • Year-end bonus program for ALL employees (Garff Giveback)
  • Employee discounts on vehicle purchase, parts, service and more!


What you'll do as a New Car Director:
  • Lead a team of Sales Advisors and other team members by setting clear goals and objectives; train, coach, and mentor team members to achieve optimal results
  • Lead by example and help Sales Advisors close deals whenever necessary; assist in developing improvement programs for individuals who are failing to reach objectives
  • Promotes teamwork by developing and mentoring Sales Advisors
  • Make recommendations regarding car inventory needs, assist in advertising campaigns and other promos
  • Follow up on all leads to maximize ROI on online marketing initiatives


Will you join us as a New Car Director? Will you throw your energy and focus behind what we're doing? Will you live our values and do things differently than you've ever done them? Will you listen and build trust and foster relationships? This organization, that started as an idea by a man named Ken Garff way back in 1932, needs one thing to keep its vision intact and its purpose of reinventing an industry moving forward. It needs you.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Ken Garff Auto Group

More Retail & Consumer Goods Jobs

Find similar New Car Director jobs: