General Manager in Training

Job Overview

Drive Time Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. The Management Training Program prepares a candidate to become a General Manager at a dealership in 9‑12 months. The program combines training with hands‑on leadership responsibilities.

• Provide guidance and strategic planning for the dealership concerning sales goals.
• Achieve sales volume and profitability objectives across 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, advancing them through the company career path.
• Identify referral source prospects for the dealership, create strategies 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.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (college degree is a plus).
• 5+ years of management experience; experience as a General Manager, Retail Manager, or Multi‑Unit Manager preferred.
• Ability to relocate out of state after certification as a GM (after 9‑12 months).
• Strong leadership, communication, critical thinking, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high‑functioning team environment.
• Relocation assistance provided for certified General Manager.
• Salary of $65,000 per year during the training period.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with Drive Time covering a substantial portion of premiums.
• 401(k) plan.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program – coaching, fitness incentives, and discounts on medical premiums.
• Paid time off, including holidays, wellness days, and personal days for full‑time employees; vacation time available for part‑timers.
• Monthly bonus share and sales contests.

Drive Time is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.