General Sales Manager (Mercedes-Benz Newmarket) (23168)

General Sales Manager career and employment opportunity awaits you.
The Power to Move You
Award-winning Mercedes-Benz Newmarket, part of Zanchin Automotive Group, a privately-owned network of 35+ successful dealerships that welcomes talent and enthusiasm, values people and contributions, and rewards performance and accomplishment, is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic General Sales Manager to join the Team.
Join now to be part of a company that has been supporting the community for 50 years, and where careers are made and fostered with enthusiasm, integrity and respect. Now is the time to be part of a Team that encourages progressive and entrepreneurial styles, and drives performance through winning attitudes.
What’s In It For You…

• Competitive and generous compensation package
• Opportunity for career advancement within the group
• Ongoing development and training, including product and industry knowledge, from experienced leaders and experts
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• Enhanced Group Benefits Program, including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance…and so much more
• Employee preferred pricing for vehicles, travel, gym memberships, cell phones/plans, and so much more

About The Opportunity…
As an integral part of the “we can do that” operation, this position is responsible is responsible to effectively and profitably manage the sales department and operations of the business.. Specifically:

• Work closely with Sales Consultants and Finance & Insurance Managers, coaching and improving performance relating to vehicle and product sales, including vehicle trade-in opportunities
• Establish department objectives and pursue them through planning, organizing, controlling and measuring performance
• Organize responsibilities with the Finance & Insurance and Lease Renewal sub-department staff members to ensure proper maintenance of all records and analyses
• Recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve sales, profitability, market share, and business plan objectives
• Provide leadership, guidance and feedback to help staff members strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas
• Develop, implement and maintain standard operating procedures and key performance goals
• Aid in the development of advertising campaigns and other promotions, and monitor effectiveness
• Lead the ongoing management, training and development of sales staff
• Review departmental activity and daily operating report with Management Tean
• Review and improve operational effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing departments and employees, establishing a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement
• With the General Manager, prepare and manage the departmental budget
• Assist Sales Consultants in vehicle sales transactions
• Develop and implement strategic plans for optimized sales
• Manage expense control

About You…
Ideal candidates will have a strong background and proven experience in vehicle sales and oeprational management, including:

• A desire to work in a high energy, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency working with inventory and customer relationship management systems (ie. OneEighty, DealerTrack)
• Proficiency working with ERP systems (ie. CDK/Reynolds)
• Ability to communicate professionally (verbally and written)
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• 5 or more years proven experience as a Dealership Sales Manager
• Strong business accumen
• 5 years experience developing and managing performance of a Team of staff
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
• A proven commitment to quality of work
• Strong attention to detail, organized and strategic
• Ability to maintain professionalism
• Self-motivated and driven with a passion for excellence in execution
• Valid OMVIC and Driver's Licence in good standing

Why choose Zanchin Automotive Group?
Your career ambitions will be achieved -- we offer career development and advancement.
You will be part a winning team -- we are a leader in the industry driven by 50 years of people-centric business modelling.
Your voice will be heard and ideas celebrated -- we have an entrepreneurial and strategic attitude, that welcomes and supports individual ideas and strategies.
You will enjoy a competitive pay and bonus plan -- we offer many employment perquisites.
You’ll be part of a culture at the fore-front of transparency, communication and engagement – we are a Team, and work together to achieve and thrive.
Apply now to join a dynamic company where the future is limitless, and embark on an exciting career and journey.
Interested in becoming part of the Zanchin Automotive Group team? Send your resume with salary expectations for review and consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected will be contacted.
Zanchin Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.