General Sales Manager

Franchise auto dealer selling 50-75 cars per month, looking for a growth driven individual who can continue to develop team culture.

Must have experience in similar role. Salary + commission based on store results.

Six day a week store with reasonable hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee activities of the Sales Department.
• Formulates sales goals, plan of action and ensure execution of those plans and goals
• Create and execute training of sales team
• Recruiting and hiring sales staff as needed.
• Must be able to desk deals and evaluating credit - prime & subprime as needed

• Hold sales team accountable for all sales activities including appointments and saving deals

• Manage inventory including merchandising, ensuring reconditioning standards are met, sufficient inventory levels are held, and proper turn times are met.
• Encourage, engage and motivate all team members
• Appraise trades
• Ensure proper balance of used to new inventory is sold
• Maintain all dealership required reporting

What are the job requirements?

• Vehicle acquisition experience preferred but not required
• 4 years of experience in a Sales Manager or prior GSM role
• Knowledgeable in handling special finance transactions.
• Solid verifiable employment
• Must enjoy working with customers of all credit levels
• Proven track record of success in the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Desking talent & ability to maximize profits in every transaction.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong negotiation/closing skills.

Benefits package, salary plus commission.

Akron, OH