General Manager – Leamington

Leamington GM is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead our team and drive our continued success. We are looking for a candidate that possesses a strong business acumen, proven sales experience and exceptional leadership skills. At Leamington GM, we are a high-energy automotive hub proudly serving southern Essex County with iconic Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Corvette lineups. Our culture is built on welcoming hospitality and straightforward teamwork.

We know that a world-class guest experience starts with an empowered team, which is why we cultivate a supportive, collaborative environment where your hard work is rewarded, your technical or sales expertise is highly valued, and your personal career goals are fully backed by leadership. Our vision combines the warm, down-to-earth camaraderie of a tight-knit regional dealership with the competitive compensation, advanced training, and world-class resources of the Rafih Auto Group.

If you are a reliable, people-oriented professional who takes genuine pride in your craft and thrives in a positive, family-first environment, you will find a highly rewarding and welcoming home with us.

Job Description: We are seeking a high-energy, results-driven General Manager to lead all dealership operations. As the GM, you will be the primary driver of profitability, customer retention, and employee engagement. You will oversee Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance departments, ensuring each operates at peak efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of manufacturer compliance and brand integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure seamless workflow and maximum productivity.
• Financial Management: Manage the P&L statement; develop and execute annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and cost-control strategies.
• Sales Leadership: Partner with the General Sales Manager (GSM) to set aggressive yet realistic unit and gross profit targets.
• Fixed Operations Oversight: Drive Service and Parts performance to ensure a stable absorption rate.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, and mentor department managers. Foster a culture of accountability and high morale.
• Customer Experience: Maintain a top-tier Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) score by resolving escalated concerns and improving the customer journey.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a General Manager or General Sales Manager in a high-volume dealership.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Dealership Management Systems (DMS).
• Compliance: Deep understanding of local automotive laws, F&I regulations, and manufacturer requirements.
• Leadership: Proven track record of improving store profitability and turning around underperforming departments.
• Qualifications: Proven track record of success in sales, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Why choose Rafih?

• Competitive compensation and bonus plans
• Competitive Employee Benefits program
• Comprehensive training to set you up for success in your role
• A leadership team which strongly believes in providing personal and professional growth opportunities, mentorship, ongoing training, and continuous support
• Advancement opportunities
• A company culture focused on inclusivity, diversity, employee wellness, and community engagement
• Employee engagement and recognition events

Rafih Auto Group is an equal opportunity employer. We have accommodation processes and policies in place and will provide accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resources department so that arrangements may be made throughout the selection process and prior to the beginning of employment.

We appreciate your interest in joining our incredible team at Rafih Auto Group, however only applicants that are contacted for an interview will be considered at this time.