Executive Management Trainee

AutoNation • Carlsbad, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Management Trainee position is the leader of an AutoNation store, overseeing New and Used Sales, Financial Services, and After-Sales, which includes Service, Parts and Collision. This role drives the performance of the store by attracting, developing and retaining great talent and creating an exceptional buying and ownership experience for our customers. This role will cover the SoCal stores and is not a remote position.

Requirements

• Automotive General Manager experience 2 years
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Proven ability to attract, develop and retain great talent
• Strong financial and business acumen and the ability to drive revenue and profitability
• P&L responsibility
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization and follow-up skills
• Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

Nice To Haves

• Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Setting a clear vision and goals for the store to achieve targeted performance in all areas of the business
• Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals, performance expectations and AutoNation best practice processes
• Attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent for the store
• Creating an exceptional customer experience to drive customer loyalty
• Developing and maintaining productive relationships with manufacturer partners
• Analyzing the business to determine shortfalls and developing action plans to improve performance
• Driving the business through a high-level of involvement in the day-to-day operations

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401k matching
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• maternity benefits
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed