General Manager

General Manager

Department: Accounting & Administration

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Racine

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year

The General Manager owns the performance, culture, and execution of parts and service operations at the location. This role leads and develops teams, drives accountability, ensures company standards and initiatives are executed, and removes obstacles so employees can deliver exceptional service to customers

• Direct leadership of location’s parts manager and service team and ownership of their financial results.
• Top leadership at the branch, responsible for being a champion of excellence, fostering a positive, customer-focused culture and driving financial results.
• Management responsibilities for locations technicians and service advisors.
• Focus parts and service team on critical KPIs, drive performance and hold individuals accountable
• Ensure the execution of company initiatives to drive profitable growth and provide exceptional customer experience.
• Assist associates in resolving challenges and customer concerns
• Generate new ideas to improve the day-to-day operations of the branch
• Ensure compliance with warranty procedures, repairs, and documentation
• Maintain location, cleanliness and organization, supervise general upkeep of dealership facilities and Grounds
• Regularly evaluate employee performance and skill levels, ensuring training needs are being met.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure employees adhere to company safety practices
• Adapt to the evolving needs of the organization and undertake additional responsibilities as needed

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Have a CDL (or the ability to obtain one)
• 4-5 years of related experience in a shop and parts management (heavy/medium duty preferred)
• Experience with training, coaching and mentoring employees
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Demonstrated ability to communicate goals and strive to deliver favorable results
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Experienced in customer relations and conflict management
• Active desire to develop professional skills and have an active role in career growth
• Proficiency with dealership computer systems/ DMS