General Manager

The Larson Group•Glade Spring, VA

17d

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation and procedures of an assigned dealership location or profit center. The role plans, directs, and controls location activities through department managers, and oversees operations, staffing, performance, sales, and financial objectives. The position is safety-sensitive. The Larson Group Peterbilt offers paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and basic life insurance, a 401(k) with employer contribution, a bi-weekly pay schedule, and opportunities for advancement and career development. The Larson Group Peterbilt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to protected characteristics. Applicants who need an accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact [email protected].

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience operating an automotive or heavy equipment dealership.
A college degree in business management is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in business management.

Responsibilities

Ensure the dealership is properly staffed with qualified department leaders and that departments are adequately staffed.
Establish major objectives, plans, and programs for daily operations.
Assist department managers in developing performance targets, programs, and plans in accordance with company goals and objectives.
Evaluate departmental operating results and performance against predetermined objectives.
Consult with department managers and Human Resources regarding personnel decisions.
Assist department managers with major, target, or critical accounts.
Establish short- and long-term operating and financial objectives for the assigned location within company plans and policies.
Ensure approved policies and objectives are understood and applied throughout the dealership.
Ensure department managers keep employee reviews up to date.
Support the retention of qualified employees.
Formulate annual and monthly business plans, sales and profit objectives, and expense budgets with department managers.
Develop merchandising strategies with department managers.
Supervise direct sales of trucks, parts, service, and body repairs.
Ensure the dealership complies with local, state, and federal government regulations.
Maintain communications within and between dealership departments and functional areas, and hold individual conferences as needed.
Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the building and lot.
Establish and maintain satisfactory customer and public relations.
Act as the final arbitrator between customers and department managers when needed.