General Manager

US Auto Trust is one of California's fastest growing automotive groups. We are proud to have a stable of legendary brands such as Aston Martin, Land Rover, Jaguar, Lotus, and Cadillac.


Aston Martin/Lotus of San Deigo is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee and motivate our talented team of professionals!


The General Manager assumes responsibility and is accountable for customer retention and the profitability of each department in the dealership on behalf of the dealer, using sound business management practices. The General Manager will oversee, coordinate, and motivate the management of various departments which includes variable operations (sales & financing) and fixed operations (service & parts).


Compensation: $200,000 - $300,000/year


Responsibilities:

• Hires, trains, motivates, directs, and monitors all dealership department managers and supervisory personnel functions. Provides enthusiastic leadership to help shape employees' attitudes and build morale.
• Oversee daily operations, remedy customer complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction metrics are met.
• Plans short- and long-term dealership goals, objectives, and forecasts annually and submits to corporate management for approval.
• Overseeing and securing the dealership's financial and operational assets.
• Accessing and managing sensitive employee and customer records.
• Enforcing workplace policies and handling disputes or sensitive situations.
• Managing inventory, including high-value items like vehicles and parts.
• Implement growth strategies that align with automotive group objectives by carefully assessing profit and loss while maintaining vehicle inventory that meets the needs of the local market.
• Ensures the monthly financial statement is complete, accurate and submitted promptly. Coordinates with the business office to ensure that records and analyses are maintained accurately.
• Develops merchandising strategies and assists in creating effective, cost-efficient advertising programs.
• Holds regularly scheduled managers meetings and maintains a good working relationship with owners, managers, dealership staff, and external vendors and partners.
• Communicates management policies and procedures to all employees and ensures that they are understood and followed.
• Reviews, approves, and monitors requests for training and compensation plans for all employees
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Education / Experience:

• At least five years of experience as a General Manager preferred.
• Aston Martin experience required
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) preferred.
• Two years' experience in dealership sales and five years' experience in a supervisory position.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Possess a state-issued driver's license and acceptable driving record to operate dealership-owned vehicles.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand profit and loss statements and manage a large, diverse staff.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment while juggling multiple tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve independently.
• Strong collaboration skills - can work well with navigating various stakeholders and teams.
• Extensive knowledge of the automotive industry and trends.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation - our commission-based pay structure allows you to control your income.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision) and 401k savings with company match.
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence and teamwork.

We are a Drug Free, Tobacco Free, Non-Smoking (including e-cigarettes) company and Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).