For those seeking employment as an Automotive General Manager in Vancouver, WA, there are opportunities available at auto dealerships.

Dick Hannah Kia
Vancouver, WA

Our dealership is actively seeking an experienced Automotive General Manager who is goal-driven and proficient in overseeing all dealership operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven history of success in sales, finance, and customer service within the automotive sector. The role requires exceptional servant leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, and a commitment to boosting profitability while ensuring high customer satisfaction.

Annual expected earnings greater than $500,000.

Compensation and Benefits:

The General Manager position offers a compensation package that features a competitive monthly salary of $6,000, in addition to 1.5% of the store’s gross revenue and an extra 10% of the store’s net profit.

A minimum of two years’ experience as an Automotive General Manager is required.

Paid Time Off (PTO):

Our company prioritizes work-life balance and offers competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits. New full-time employees earn four hours of PTO per pay period, totaling about 96 hours in the first year, with gradual increases in subsequent years.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Hannah Motor Company offers comprehensive health benefits beginning in the first month following 60 days of employment. The options available include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings and Flexible Spending accounts, life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage, in addition to a substantial 401(k) plan for retirement planning.

Hannah Motor Company offers at least two paid holidays each year to the General Manager, provided that the introductory period is completed, and other eligibility requirements are met as per company policy.

General Manager Responsibilities: 

• Manages overall store operations to enhance profitability.
• Oversees daily operating controls, suggesting improved strategies as needed.
• Directs and supervises dealership management and staff, evaluating managerial performance.
• Meets monthly with owners to assess departmental performance.
• Collaborates with managers to establish monthly and yearly goals, reviewing actual performance.
• Provides the dealer with accurate reports on the dealership’s financial status.
• Ensures monthly financial data is comprehensive and accurate.
• Builds strong relationships with financial institutions and manufacturers.
• Communicates management policies and procedures to all staff, ensuring understanding and adherence.
• Provides dynamic leadership to shape employee attitudes and improve morale.
• Holds regular management meetings to ensure departmental efficiency and profitability.
• Recruits, trains, supervises, and motivates all department managers at the dealership.
• Evaluates all training requests, approving those aligned with the dealership’s goals for professional and technical development, and assesses their effectiveness.
• Reviews and approves compensation plans for all employees.
• Works with the business office to maintain accurate records and analyses.
• Develops merchandising strategies and aids in creating cost-effective advertising programs.
• Addresses customer complaints that department managers cannot resolve.
• Ensures all direct reports comply with company and factory policies.
• Monitors store expenses.

General Manager Qualifications: 

• Minimum 2 years of Automotive General Manager experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of dealership operations.
• 5 years proven prior performance as a top-level manager at a franchised auto dealership preferred.
• Demonstrated forward thinking, positive, and progressive leadership style.
• Demonstrated strong ethical composition; oversee and enforce company policies, procedures, and corporate culture.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other General Managers and Corporate Office Management and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle HR related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict between employees and customers.
• Excellent communication skills (including listening, speaking).
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work alone, self-motivate and manage one’s own time. Physical ability to use computer hardware/software and demonstrated computer literacy (MS Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook, ADP, CDK, HR systems).
• Organized and extremely detail and deadline oriented.

Dick Hannah Dealerships stands firm on four foundational values: Family, Integrity, Respect, and Purpose. Founded in 1949, our family-owned enterprise looks to the future, prioritizing innovation. The Hannah family is proud of our business practices and the way we treat both our employees and customers. Our dedication to our staff is profound, and we truly appreciate everyone’s daily efforts.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we firmly oppose any form of discrimination or harassment. We ensure equal employment opportunities are available to all, irrespective of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.

***YOUR INCOME RANGE MAY VARY BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE***

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