General Sales Manager
Job Description
Landmark Automotive Group in Springfield, IL is hiring a General Sales Manager (GSM) to support leadership of the sales department and drive dealership performance.
Responsibilities
- Manage, train, and motivate sales managers, sales advisors, and F&I staff
- Improve new Cadillac-Mitsubishi allocation performance and used car turn rates
- Execute sales strategies designed to achieve gross profit goals
- Monitor daily dealership performance using CRM data and track relevant market trends
- Ensure full compliance with GM/Cadillac-Mitsubishi corporate sales standards
- Maintain top-tier Customer Satisfaction Index results according to GM/Cadillac-Mitsubishi guidelines
Requirements
- Active General Motors and/or Mitsubishi Sales Manager Certification (highly preferred if not required)
- 3–5 years of automotive GSM experience or strong Sales Manager experience
- Proficiency with VinSolutions, Reynolds & Reynolds, or CDK systems
- Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing sales and finance talent
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills
- Clean credit and a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
Technologies
- VinSolutions
- Reynolds & Reynolds
- CDK
- CRM
Compensation
- USD 90,000 - 130,000 per year
- Base salary plus commission and performance-based bonuses
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid vacation
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Employee purchase discounts
- Demo vehicle allowance or company-provided vehicle
- Continuous Ford executive training and professional development
- Professional development assistance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance