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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?

The Davis Auto Group has a rare and exciting opportunity as we are hiring a General Manager for Davis Chevrolet GMC Buick in Airdrie. Reporting to the CEO, the General Manager will oversee all dealership departments to drive business results and profitability while maximizing employee engagement and enhancing the customer experience.

Davis Chevrolet GMC Buick is part of the Davis Auto Group and is a well established dealership; proudly serving the community of Airdrie and surrounding area since 2012. During this time, we have established deep roots, a solid reputation and strong relationships in the community.

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. We believe that our customers deserve the best and the 5 pillars which guide our business ensure our customers and their satisfaction are our priority through empowering our team and continuously improving our business and the customer experience.

Our ideal candidate has strong character, is exceptionally skilled in relationship management and has proven leadership skills; preferring to work hands-on in the business rather than sitting in an office. To set you up for success as our new General Manager, you will have the opportunity to transition into the role with the support and mentorship of our current General Manager.

The successful candidate must live in Airdrie or be open to relocating to Airdrie to be a part of the community and will be offered a competitive compensation package including a partnership opportunity.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide oversight and direction to all departments within the dealership to drive business results and profitability
• Lead, manage and support department managers and employees to hold them accountable to achieving current business and productivity goals and improve profitability and efficiency
• 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
• 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
• 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

• Proven leadership ability and teambuilding skills to effectively motivate, inspire and manage employees
• Excellent knowledge of operations and business process with the ability to read and analyze financial statements
• Strong analytical and decision making skills with a continuous improvement pedigree
• Results driven with exceptional planning, organization and execution skills
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to use tact, sensitivity, empathy and professionalism when interacting with customers and employees
• A passion to be involved in and connected to the community through various activities and volunteer opportunities
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership capacity within a dealership with experience in both variable and fixed operations
• Post secondary education in dealership management, business or a related area of study in preferred