General Manager - Halifax

What To Expect
As we continue to scale, Tesla is looking for high potential leaders to streamline operations across functions by building excellent teams and processes that support the customer journey end to end. The General Manager ensures the success of the site by overseeing all sales and service operations. In this role, you are responsible for leading cross-functional managers and establishing efficient, customer-centric processes to help Tesla accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
What You’ll Do
BUILDS EFFECTIVE TEAMS

Hires an excellent team of strong and diverse leaders and takes personal responsibility for their onboarding and continued development.

Has consistent 1:1s with reports and creates a culture of regular coaching and feedback.

Addresses low performance quickly and compassionately. Resolves all people and safety issues in a timely and effective manner.

Collaborates effectively with Human Resources and appropriate partners.

Retains and develops top performers. Takes the time to understand individuals’ motivations and actively coaches towards development goals by providing actionable feedback. Multiplies the capabilities of team members and unleashes the team’s potential.

Energizes others and builds a team culture of high performance and trust. Champions inclusion, psychological safety, and courage. Creates an environment where all voices feel confident speaking up.

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Owns the customer journey from end to end and continually strives to improve customer happiness.

Actively monitors customer service trends to make necessary improvements and coaches the team in continuously improving communication, processes, and relationships to elevate the experience.

SITUATIONAL ADAPTABILITY

Dynamic problem solver who tackles change by leading with the Why and inspiring buy-in and action.

Allocates and shifts resources as needed based on business priorities and customer experience. Resilient and calm under intense pressure.

Coachable. Takes full ownership of personal development. Regularly solicits feedback from teammates above, below, and adjacent, and demonstrates learning agility by making clear behavioral changes.

Highly mission-driven and motivates others to see the big picture.

DRIVES RESULTS

Takes full responsibility for communicating business priorities to the team and stakeholders.

Removes barriers and provides cover so team can execute against goals. Direct reports know what is expected of them, and how their work ties into the broader team direction.

Understands and owns every aspect of the site’s performance. Sets targets, drives execution, and holds the team accountable both for individual and team results. Drives standardization in alignment with broader organizational goals

What You’ll Bring
Requirements

People-first leader who prioritizes team development

Relentless drive for excellence; provides recognition and feedback daily

Multiplier who elevates the thinking and output of everyone around them, while also making them feel included and valued

First-principles thinker who finds a creative path to solve previously unsolvable problems

Exceptional integrity through dedicated and ethical approach to sales and service operations

Commitment and enthusiasm to work evenings and weekends alongside the rest of the team

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and

Ability to obtain appropriate state licensing, where applicable

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience leading an end-to-end customer-facing operation

Experience leading large teams in a fast-paced environment

Functional experience in roles supporting both Sales/acquisition of new customers and Service/support of existing customers

Demonstrated ability to inspire, influence, and hold teams accountable to achieve a common goal

Experience leading teams and managing a diverse group of roles and responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand or sit for 8 hours or more

Occasional travel required for offsite meetings and events; normally less than 10% of the time

Compensation And Benefits
Compensation is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, etc.
Full-time Employee Benefits
As a full-time Tesla employee, you will receive:

Full benefits from day 1 for you and your eligible dependents

Extended Health Insurance (including osteopath, psychologist, and acupuncturist)

Vision & Dental Insurance

Company paid Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Employee Assistance Program, Sick and Vacation time (Flex Time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and employee discounts

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