General Sales Manager | Tuttle Click Automotive
$145,600–$295,360 year
On-siteSoutherton, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead all new and pre-owned vehicle sales operations, developing strategies to achieve volume, gross profit, and market share objectives. Recruit, train, and mentor sales managers, finance managers, and consultants while monitoring daily performance metrics to adjust tactics. Manage inventory levels, pricing, and merchandising, ensuring compliance with dealership policies and manufacturer programs. Partner with the General Manager on departmental goals, oversee desking and deal structures, and collaborate with marketing on lead generation. Analyze market trends and maintain strong relationships with manufacturer representatives and business partners. Requires minimum five years of progressive automotive sales leadership experience and ability to work evenings and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive automotive sales leadership experience
- Previous experience as a Sales Manager, Finance Director, GSM, or similar dealership leadership role
- Demonstrated success in achieving sales and profitability goals
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, dealer management systems, and sales performance analytics
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relations abilities
- Strong understanding of dealership operations, finance processes, and compliance requirements
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and other hours as business needs require
- Must be 18 years or older
- Valid driver's license
- Clean driving record
- Able to pass a criminal background check
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Desired Qualifications
- Multi-franchise dealership experience
- Experience leading large sales teams in a high-volume retail environment
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field
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