General Sales Manager

Description #1 Cochran is looking to add a General Sales Manager at our Austintown Ford location!! The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of managing a successful and talented sales team. This individual will become proficient in driving an efficient omnichannel customer experience through our all-new, cutting-edge EXPRESSWAY sales process, and will have a thorough understanding of digital commerce and supporting technologies. Additionally, a strong focus on delivering outstanding customer care is critical in this role. As a member of our team, you will join an award-winning workplace where people and innovation thrive. We are obsessive about learning and development – at every mile marker of your career. We are one team bound by one set of values, with one overarching vision: to move our customers, our team members, and our communities in the most moving ways possible. If you’re ready to make your move, steer your career here and join our talented team of thinkers, doers, dreamers, and disrupters. #1 Cochran is the leading automotive retailer in the tri-state area. Yet one of our greatest assets isn't our size or our multi-million-dollar inventory. Our greatest asset and driving force behind our success is our 1800 plus team members. We have been awarded as one of Pittsburgh’s top workplaces for 14 years running. COME JOIN OUR WINNING TEAM! WHAT WE OFFER Full complement of health insurance benefits Paid Time Off in first year of employment (12,16, 20 days annually) Paid Holidays 401(k) with Company match Industry competitive pay plan Paid Parental Leave RESPONSIBILITIES Create and implement customer enthusiasm and owner loyalty strategies Manage sales department profitably Manage relationships with internal departments and external resources Prepare for and conduct departmental meetings to convey information Set the vision and philosophy for departmental operations to foster and support dealership customer satisfaction objectives Manage new and used vehicle inventory Maintain internal control over inventory to prevent theft, vandalism, and lot damage Maintain a professional working relationship with vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers Contribute to a cohesive dealership team atmosphere, working toward identified dealership goals QUALIFICATIONS Must be interested in training/mentoring additional sales professionals and encouraging a strong, inclusive team culture Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday Tech savvy with solid experience in handling internet and phone inquiries EOE. #J-18808-Ljbffr