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General Manager Kia Dealership

CompanyGURLEY LEEP AUTOMOTIVE FAMILY
LocationMishawaka
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 5, 2026
About The Company
The Gurley Leep Automotive Family is a family-owned business with 22 dealerships across five states, including Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, and Illinois, employing over 1,300 team members. Our story began in 1967, when Mike Leep Sr. started as a car salesman at Highland Dodge. Driven by determination and a passion for the automotive industry, Mike quickly rose through the ranks and realized his dream of becoming a dealer in 1974 when he acquired Highland Dodge. Together with his former business partner, Van Gurley, Mike expanded the business to South Bend, IN, in 1977, acquiring the Buick store downtown. This marked the beginning of what has become one of the largest and most respected automotive groups in the Midwest. We are committed to bettering the lives of our guests, our team members, and our communities. This mission is brought to life through our core values: • Our guests are the focus of everything we do. We always treat them warmly, with kindness and professionalism. • Team members are family. We are invested in their success by providing them the tools, training, and opportunities to prosper. • We are driven to give in our communities. It’s the right thing to do. With a legacy built on hard work, community connection, and a dedication to excellence, the Gurley Leep Automotive Family continues to grow while staying true to the values that have guided us for almost five decades.
About the Role

Description

Gurley Leep Automotive Family is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead our Kia dealership. This is an excellent opportunity for an automotive leader who knows how to build high-performing teams, drive dealership profitability, and create an exceptional customer experience.


As a General Manager, you will have overall responsibility for dealership operations and performance, working closely with department leaders to achieve sales, service, customer satisfaction, and financial objectives.


Why Gurley Leep Automotive Family?

Gurley Leep Automotive Family is a family-owned automotive group with more than 1,500 team members and 24 locations across five states. We believe our success starts with our people, and we are committed to developing strong leaders and creating opportunities for long-term career growth.


When you join Gurley Leep, you become part of an organization that values integrity, accountability, teamwork, and community.


What You'll Do

  • Lead all aspects of dealership operations, including Sales, Service, Parts, and administrative functions 
  • Develop and execute strategies to achieve dealership sales, gross profit, and profitability objectives 
  • Establish clear expectations and hold department leaders accountable for performance 
  • Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team 
  • Monitor key performance indicators and take action to improve dealership results 
  • Drive customer satisfaction and ensure a consistently exceptional ownership experience 
  • Work closely with the leadership team to develop and execute annual business plans 
  • Maintain strong relationships with manufacturer representatives and business partners 
  • Ensure dealership policies, processes, and manufacturer standards are consistently followed 
  • Analyze financial statements and operating reports to identify opportunities and manage expenses 
  • Foster a positive, professional, and performance-driven dealership culture 
  • Lead by example and actively participate in the day-to-day operation of the dealership 

 What We Offer 

  • Competitive General Manager compensation package 
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Company-paid life insurance 
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Paid time off 
  • Vacation Savings Program with company match 
  • Career development and advancement opportunities 
  • Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts 
  • A family-owned organization with a strong commitment to its team members and communities 

Ready to Lead?

If you're an experienced automotive leader looking for an opportunity to take ownership, develop people, drive results, and make a meaningful impact, we'd like to hear from you.


Apply today and join the Gurley Leep Automotive Family.


Requirements

 

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of automotive dealership management experience 
  • Previous experience as a General Manager, General Sales Manager, or senior dealership leader preferred 
  • Proven track record of achieving sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction objectives 
  • Strong understanding of dealership financial statements, variable and fixed operations, and key performance metrics 
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain talented team members 
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills 
  • Ability to make sound business decisions and effectively manage competing priorities 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • High level of accountability, professionalism, and integrity 
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record 


Key Skills
Automotive dealership managementStrategic planningFinancial statement analysisTeam leadershipSales managementCustomer satisfactionPerformance managementOperational oversightRecruitmentCoachingProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsCommunicationOrganizational skillsBusiness development
Categories
Management & LeadershipSalesRetailCustomer Service & SupportFinance & Accounting
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceCompany-paid life insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time offVacation savings programCareer development opportunitiesEmployee vehicle purchase discountsService discounts
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all dealership operations, including sales, service, parts, and administrative functions. They must develop strategies to achieve profitability, manage key performance indicators, and foster a high-performing team culture.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
248
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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