Are you an experienced leader in the automotive industry who is ready to take the next step in your career and become a General Manager?
Are you interested in an opportunity where you can lead two stores with passion, integrity, and the consistency of one unified standard?
The Davis Auto Group has an exciting opportunity as we are hiring a General Manager to oversee our Davis Dodge stores in both Lethbridge and Fort Macleod, AB. This is a rare opportunity to shape the performance, culture, and customer experience across two high-potential stores located just 30 minutes apart.
At Davis Dodge and Davis Auto Group, we pride ourselves on ensuring our values of Family, Teamwork, Integrity and Community are engrained in our workplace and all we do. We strive to provide a positive employee experience where employees feel like family and have the opportunity to flourish.
Our ideal candidate has grown and developed through the variable side of the business, has strong character, is exceptionally skilled in relationship management and is a natural leader, preferring to work hands-on in the business rather than sitting in an office. An individual with a strong automotive sales background is preferred.
The successful candidate will be required to split their time between both the Lethbridge and Fort Macleod dealerships and will be offered a competitive compensation package, including a preferred shareholder opportunity.
Reasons you belong at the Davis Auto Group:
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Support from leaders across the Davis Auto Group to help you succeed
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A rare, preferred shareholder opportunity in the business
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Travel Reward Program which allows you to travel on us beginning at 5 years of service.
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Industry leading health and dental benefits for you and your family
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Opportunity to grow, develop, and learn best practices through connection with senior leadership and your peers at other locations
Key Accountabilities:
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Provide oversight and direction to all departments within the dealerships to drive business results and profitability
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Lead, manage and support department managers and employees to hold them accountable to achieving current business and productivity goals and improve profitability and efficiency
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Model and champion our company values in day-to-day leadership to create a positive, motivating workplace which maximizes employee engagement and supports the well-being of employees
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Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers, ensuring our employees make customer satisfaction a priority to create customer loyalty, generate referrals and enhance the reputation of the dealership in the community
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Plan all aspects of dealership operations, including setting productivity and sales forecasts, managing expenses and developing monthly and annual goals for all departments within the dealership
Qualifications:
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Leadership ability and teambuilding skills to effectively motivate, inspire and manage employees
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A “roll up the sleeves” attitude and approach to business and leadership
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Excellent knowledge of operations and business processes with the ability to read and analyze financial statements
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Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a continuous improvement pedigree
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Results driven with exceptional planning, organization and execution skills
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Exceptional communication skills and the ability to use tact, sensitivity, empathy and professionalism when interacting with customers and employees
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A passion to be involved in and connected to the community through various activities and volunteer opportunities
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A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience within a dealership environment, specifically on the variable operations side. Stellantis experience is considered an asset.
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Post secondary education in dealership management, business or a related area of study in preferred
Why Relocate to Lethbridge, Alberta:
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Lethbridge is one of the sunniest cities in Canada, with over 320 days of sunshine a year!
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A smaller population, which means less congestion, shorter commutes, and a tight-knit feel.
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Housing and everyday costs are significantly lower than in larger cities in Alberta.
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Close to the BC and US borders so you can travel and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities
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Lethbridge has excellent educational institutions, with the University of Lethbridge being top-ranked in Canada.
