General Manager

4 days ago


Brighton, United Kingdom Hendy Group Full time
Salary

A competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.

Basis

Full Time

Region

Sussex

Date posted

09/12/2024

Job reference

TR000030V0


At Hendy Group, we are proud to have become a leading automotive dealer group employing 1600 colleagues, representing 20+ manufacturer brands across 60 + locations. To continue this success and build for future growth, we are reviewing the way in which we operate to enhance efficiency, streamline communication, and improve collaboration. This desire to continually improve and innovate reflects our commitment to delivering a world-class experience to our customers, creating a great place for careers to flourish for our colleagues and enables us to best serve the communities in which we operate. We are looking for talented individuals to join us as we shape the future of Hendy Group.
Join our Management Team – One Vision, One Team, One Hendy.
Are you a driven, customer-focused leader with a proven track record of delivering operational excellence? Hendy Group, one of the UK’s most respected privately owned automotive retail groups, is seeking exceptional General Managers to oversee all aspects of dealership operations to drive profitability, deliver customer satisfaction, manage team performance, and uphold dealership brand standards across our multi-site dealership network in the South of England.
About Us:Hendy Group has a heritage of over 165 years, representing a wide portfolio of automotive brands, operating across a number of locations and are recognised as the UK’s largest multi-franchise dealership network, employing over 1600 colleagues. We pride ourselves on setting world class standards in the automotive retail, aftersales and parts industry, making us one of the most trusted names in automotive.
The Opportunity:As a General Manager - Brighton Renault & Dacia, you’ll play a pivotal leadership role in the Senior Management Group, with responsibility for the performance of your dealership/s, ensuring success across all areas, including sales, aftersales and customer satisfaction. Reporting directly to the Regional Operational Director, you’ll lead your team to deliver outstanding results while maintaining the high standards of Hendy Group and our manufacturer partners.
The Accountabilities:
  • Team Leadership: Inspire and motivate your team to achieve and exceed sales, aftersales and customer satisfaction targets, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence to develop high-performing colleagues.
  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement short, and long-term business strategies to meet financial and operational goals.
  • Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of sales, service and parts, ensuring smooth and efficient processes across all departments.
  • Financial Oversight: Drive dealership profitability against budget, cashflow forecasts etc.
  • Customer Experience: Ensure a world-class customer experience at every stage of the journey, building loyalty and enhancing the dealership’s reputation.
  • Brand Partnership: Maintain strong relationships with manufacturer partners, ensuring compliance with their standards and objectives.

About You:To succeed as General Manager you will need:
  • Proven experience in a management role within the automotive or related industry.
  • A strong track record of delivering operational and financial results.
  • Outstanding leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.
  • A customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen and a good understanding of the automotive retail and aftersales environment.
  • A results-driven mindset, with focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.
  • Access to the car benefit scheme.
  • Comprehensive benefits, including pension, healthcare, and more.
  • A dynamic, supportive working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Why Hendy Group?Joining Hendy Group means becoming part of a business that values its people, prioritises innovation, and is dedicated to delivering excellence. With our rich history of 165 years, and an exciting future, we’re the perfect place to take your career to the next level.
If you’re a motivated leader ready to make a difference as a General Manager at Hendy Group, we’d love to hear from you. SelectApply Now, submit a CV and a detailed covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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