General Sales Manager

Job descriptionWhaling City Auto Group is growing… AGAIN! We're looking for a General Sales Manager to operate our Ford location.ResponsibilitiesCoach sales team on proper closing techniques through training and active participation, and lead profitability of your teamsLead all showroom activities and maintain an experienced level of product knowledgeEnsure high Customer Satisfaction scores and analyze these metrics to isolate areas for improvementHire, motivate, and monitor the performance of New and Used team, Internet Sales, Finance Managers and Service Drive SalesConduct daily and weekly sales training meetings for Sales and Product SpecialistsMentor new and experienced sales reps on standard methodologies for improvingPerformanceEnsure proper follow up of all prospective buyers by developing, implementing, and monitoring a CRM systemEstablish delivery procedures and monitor performance and executionGuarantee delivery includes an introduction to the service department and scheduling of the first service appointmentAchieve forecasted goals and objectives for dealership and OEM sales, gross, and key expenses on a monthly and annual basisQualifications- Minimum five years of General Manager experience with responsibility for the entire variable operation of a successful dealership· Must have either General Motors or Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge/Ram dealership experiencePossess successful history of building and training a sales team, strong CSI scores and above average gross and net departmental profitsStrong background in building showroom and internet traffic, SEO and SEM, direct mail and other traditional mediaExtensive background in leading a BDC departmentExtensive experience in Used Vehicle merchandising and marketingExpertise in supervising the everyday efforts of sales managers and F&I and improving F/I income through mentorship and trainingJob Type: Full-timePay: NegotiableBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountOpportunities for advancementProfessional development assistanceReferral programVision insuranceExperience level:Automotive General Manager: 5 years (Required)Automotive Management: 10 years (Required)