**Job Title:** General Sales Manager – Genesis of North Aurora
**Company:** Genesis of North Aurora, a part of Gerald Auto Group
**Location:** North Aurora, Illinois
**About Genesis of North Aurora:**
Genesis of North Aurora is the first state-of-the-art standalone Genesis dealership in Illinois, representing the pinnacle of luxury in the North Aurora Auto Mall. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lead and grow a store from its inception. As part of the Gerald Auto Group, a trusted name in the Chicago area automotive industry since the mid-1930s, we uphold a tradition of honesty, excellence, and outstanding customer service.
**Job Description:**
Are you a dynamic and energized leader who thrives on winning and competition? If so, seize this incredible opportunity to become our General Sales Manager. We are seeking an individual who is not only passionate and highly motivated but also ready to lead our exceptional sales team to unparalleled success. With sales volume soaring, we need a proven leader with a track record of delivering exceptional customer service, sales skills, and training abilities.
**Responsibilities:**
- Bring experience in dealer management to the role.
- Foster a passion for customer retention and Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) within the sales team.
- Establish monthly and yearly forecasts for unit sales, gross profit objectives, and departmental profits.
- Collaborate with sales personnel and managers to set and work on specific goals and objectives.
- Cultivate a positive sales culture and team atmosphere, focusing on employee retention.
- Conduct regular sales meetings to drive performance improvement.
- Maintain a balanced inventory in both new and used vehicle sales.
- Collaborate with the marketing department to develop effective sales strategies.
- Actively engage with the local community.
**Requirements:**
- A motivator who can inspire and lead a team.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Commitment to honesty, integrity, and compassion.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Punctuality and a commitment to meeting goals.
- Effective training abilities.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Used Car Sales Manager or similar role.
- Extensive knowledge of used car market trends, pricing, and inventory management.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in using dealership management software and tools.
- High level of integrity and professional ethics.
**Education and/or Experience:**
- Experience, education, and prior sales training are a PLUS.
**Compensation:**
- Compensation is based on experience and is commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.
**Benefits:**
- 401K retirement savings plan with match.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, and Life insurance options.
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays.
**About Gerald Auto Group:**
For nearly a century, the Gerald family has been a trusted name in the Chicago area automotive industry. We are proud to have served our communities with honesty and the highest standard of excellence. At Genesis of North Aurora, we are dedicated to upholding this legacy.
Our success is a result of our profound respect for our customers. The name Gerald represents integrity, and our management team and employees are among the best in the business. As our auto group continues to grow, it is the result of our combined efforts, dedication, and loyalty to the thousands of customers who trust and support us.
Over the years, Gerald has come to mean service. If you are ready to lead and shape the future of luxury automotive sales in North Aurora and be part of an esteemed legacy, apply today!
*Genesis of North Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.*