General Sales Manager/Sales Manager/Used Car Manager - Southern Auto Group Newport News
About The Position
Southern Auto Group is expanding our Sales Departments throughout the Hampton Roads area and we are looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of General Manager within our team! As an automotive General Manager, Sales Manager, and Used Car Manager with Southern Auto Group, you must consistently and profitably meet vehicle sales quotas through expert management and leadership of the sales team and by forecasting sales and maintaining proper inventory levels in terms of amount and vehicle types. In addition, the General Manager hires, trains, and monitors team member performance; resolves customer complaints; and helps with closings when necessary while overseeing growth and development. The ideal candidate has some post-secondary education (degree, coursework, certification, etc.), at least two years of experience in a large-volume dealership, and some supervisory or management experience. Candidates must have a strong business acumen, sales aptitude, and a willingness to accept full accountability for sales targets whether hit or missed. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong leadership and motivational skills are essential.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; some post high school education or training preferred
- Two years of progressive and relevant experience
- Sales experience with verifiable proof of meeting sales target
- Experience in supervising and managing staff
- Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
- Strong leadership and motivational skills
- Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Outgoing personality and willing to work with the public on a daily basis
- Highly professional and dependable
- Strong computer and internet skills
Responsibilities
- Develops viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies
- Hires, trains, and monitors team member performance
- Establishes sales quotas and manages overall sales goals
- Ensures all sales targets are met or exceeded
- Provides timely and accurate reports on all sales activities as needed
- Monitors and adjusts inventory to optimize customer choice
- Manages the department budget
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
