Automotive Dealership General Manager

Eagers Automotive is seeking an experienced Automotive General Manager to join our QLD Provinical management team. This role, reporting to the Group General Manager - QLD Provincial, will be responsible for leading our Toowoomba Kia and Mitsubishi dealership locations in continued success. This is an exciting new opportunity to expand our exisiting leadership team due to ongoing growth of the region.

As part of Eagers Automotive we are working towards our vision of being Australia's Most Admired Automotive Group and we have the talent to make it happen, along with 113 years of rich company history as a legacy. With over 9,000 employees nationally, and a footprint in every capital city- there are endless options for progressing your career. We are a business set for growth, and you never know where this role could take you We are more than just automotive retailing; we are a multi-faceted cohort of great people doing great things.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of team engagement, performance, accountability and innovation.
• Actively direct the formulation and implementation of marketing strategies.
• Take prominent role in business development initiatives to expand sales.
• Review the operating results of the Dealerships; compare them to established objectives and manufacturers expectations and takes steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to exceed results.
• Hold regular meetings with Management teams to review performance in all areas including, marketing, sales, quality, customer satisfaction, supplier issues and personnel.
• Oversee and drive the People strategy, inclusive of workforce planning, engagement, development and performance.
• Select and supervise Senior Management, empowering them to take responsibility for their departments on day-to-day organisation.
• Manage business relationships at all levels including corporate, OEM's, industry groups and relevant commercial bodies.
• Speak and/or provide suitable Dealership representation at appropriate functions and forums to enhance the profile of the Dealership in the Community.
• In conjunction with the Financial Controller review all budgets and financial performance metrics regularly.
• Manage inventory and control costs.
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of licenses, contracts and other commercial agreements and that employees of Dealerships operate within all statutory and legal requirements.

Requirement and Skills

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role in an Automotive dealership.
• Strategic thinking to identify and develop long term success.
• Operational planning and execution to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Influencing skills to secure favourable outcomes.
• Problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges and client concerns.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport.
• Customer centric mindset
• Team leadership and mentoring skills
• Initiative and drive to innovate service offerings

What's on offer :

• Attractive remuneration package
• Work with a supportive Leadership team
• A fully maintained vehicle, including fuel
• A pathway to future opportunities within the Eagers Automotive Group
• Employee discounts package internally and at over 500 retailers

As part of Eagers Automotive, we strongly believe in our Core Values: Integrity | Inclusiveness | Owner's Mindset | Agility

Eagers Automotive is Australia's largest and most dynamic and admired automotive retailer, employing over 8,000 team members across 300 dealerships within Australia & New Zealand. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional customer experience.

If you are ready for the next step in your career, then we are ready to hear from you