General Manager

AutoNation USA Kennesaw AutoNation USA is NOW HIRING an AUTOMOTIVE GENERAL MANAGER to join our winning team in Kennesaw, Georgia! Our newly acquired, state-of-the-art facility is currently under construction and will be opening August 2022! If you have a passion for people, automobiles, and making money then we want to talk to you ASAP! Get to the front of the line by applying today! We offer our full-time General Managers great, competitive benefits including: Higher income earning potential Full benefits package including PTO & 401K w/ Company match Bonuses based on profitability paid throughout the calendar year Employee discount on vehicle purchases, parts, & service Advancement opportunities And so much more! Position Overview The General Manager 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. Who Would I Interact With? This position interacts daily with customers, store associates, region and market leadership, manufacturer representatives and vendors, just to name a few. What are the day-to-day 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 How will I know if I am successful? The performance of a General Manager is measured by achieving: Targeted unit sales and profit in all business areas Targeted expense management Targeted Associate retention Targeted Customer Satisfaction Index What are the requirements for this job? High School diploma or equivalent Current, verifiable automotive retail GM experience Previous experience working with CDK Working knowledge of automotive CRM systems 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 Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills Organization and follow-up skills Experience and desire to work with technology Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record What are the opportunities for career growth? Our General Managers have a few options for career growth and development after success in this role. Opportunities may include: Market President Other Corporate or Region support roles Company Overview As America’s largest and most recognized automotive retailer, AutoNation is transforming the automotive industry through its bold leadership, innovation, and comprehensive brand extensions. We are committed to hiring driven, diverse Associates and supporting them in growing their career within AutoNation. We offer paid training, competitive pay & benefits and a culture that believes in investing in our Associates’ professional futures. With over 315 locations from coast to coast, AutoNation has an opportunity for you. We’ve sold over 13 million vehicles, the first automotive retailer to reach this milestone. Our success is driven by our commitment to delivering a peerless Customer experience through customer-focused sales and service processes. We believe deeply in giving back, and every car we sell helps to raise cancer research and treatment awareness with a Pink Plate. We have proudly raised over $25 million dollars to drive out cancer, create awareness, and support critical research. Benefits Click here to learn more about our Benefits. Join us as we pave the way to moving our company, our communities and our industry forward. Apply today at a location near you or wherever you dream the road will take you. AutoNation is an equal opportunity employer.