General Manager - AutoNation USA Charleston at AutoNation in AutoNation Charleston

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AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve. The General Manager position is the leader of an AutoNation store, overseeing New and Used Sales, Financial Services, and After-Sales, which includes Service, Parts and Collision. This role drives the performance of the store by attracting, developing and retaining great talent and creating an exceptional buying and ownership experience for our customers. . Join AutoNation's Growth Journey AutoNation continues to expand across both our franchise dealership network and our AutoNation USA used vehicle stores. As we accelerate our growth, we are seeking proven automotive leaders who are interested in taking the next step in their careers. If you have recent experience as a General Manager or a strong track record leading a high-volume sales operation with exceptional used vehicle performance , we would like to connect with you. This is an exciting opportunity to join an industry leader committed to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering outstanding customer experiences. If you are interested in exploring leadership opportunities with AutoNation, we encourage you to apply or reach out to learn more. Join a company that is investing in growth—and in the leaders who will help shape its future. Lead the Future of Automotive Retail. At AutoNation, innovation drives everything we do—from automotive retail to vehicle service to automotive finance. As a Fortune 200 company, we’re looking for leaders who are ready to shape the future of automotive retail. Why You’ll Love Working Here: National scale with entrepreneurial spirit Inclusive culture and diverse leadership Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities to make a real impact Our values and culture What We’re Looking For: Proven leadership experience Strategic thinking and execution skills Passion for innovation and people development Explore leadership opportunities at AutoNation today. What are the day-to-day responsibilities? Setting a clear vision and goals for the store to achieve targeted performance in all areas of the business Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals, performance expectations and AutoNation best practice processes Attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent for the store Creating an exceptional customer experience to drive customer loyalty Developing and maintaining productive relationships with manufacturer partners Analyzing the business to determine shortfalls and developing action plans to improve performance. Driving the business through a high-level of involvement in the day-to-day operations How will I know if I am successful? The performance of a General Manager is measured by achieving: Targeted unit sales and profit in all business areas Targeted expense management Targeted Associate retention Targeted Customer Satisfaction Index What are the requirements for this job? High School diploma or equivalent Automotive retail General Manager experience Ability to set and achieve targeted goals Proven ability to attract, develop and retain great talent Strong financial and business acumen and the ability to drive revenue and profitability Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills Organization and follow-up skills Experience and desire to work with technology Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record What are the opportuniti