General Manager in Training (Relocation Required)

DriveTime•Pelham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation, headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas. They aim to create opportunities and improve lives by focusing on placing the right customer in the right vehicle on the right terms. DriveTime operates dealerships with a transparent, no-haggle pricing approach and reconditioning centers for pre-owned vehicles. The Management Training program is designed to leverage existing leadership skills, align them with the company's business philosophy, and prepare individuals to run their own store as a General Manager within 6-12 months. The role focuses on the customer experience rather than price negotiation, providing training and tools for career acceleration. The company is Great Place to Work Certified and emphasizes a professional, fun, and high-energy environment, fostering growth and innovation in the pre-owned car industry.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
5+ years of management experience
The ability to relocate out of state once certified GM (after 9-12 months)

Nice To Haves

A college degree
General Manager, Retail Manager or Multi Unit Manager experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and strategic planning for the dealership concerning sales goals.
Achieve sales volume and profitability objectives utilizing all sales channels in a continually changing environment.
Implement and execute all company-wide marketing initiatives to maximize their impact and to help meet or exceed sales goals.
Train and develop employees to advance through a career path.
Identify referral source prospects for the dealership, create a strategy to develop relationships with prospects, and monitor and maintain positive referral source relationships.
Conduct sales meetings to motivate and share successful selling techniques and skills.
Develop and enhance customer relationships by establishing, promoting, and maintaining excellent customer service with sales operations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (sizable amount of premiums covered)
401(K)
Company paid life insurance policy
Short and long-term disability coverage
Growth Opportunities (over 1,000 employees promoted year over year)
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program (includes self-guided coaching, cash incentives, discounts on medical premiums)
Competitive pay
Consistent Work Schedule (closed on Sundays)
Monthly bonus share
Sales contests
Other perks to recognize a job well done
World Class Training and Development (manager training programs)
Paid Time Off (wellness days, holidays, "YOU time" for full-time roles; vacation time for part-timers)
Relocation assistance (will be provided)