Automotive General Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value role offers competitive salary and significant responsibilities across dealership operations.
- Competitive salary: $200,000–$450,000/year depending on performance
- Leadership role with significant responsibilities
- Opportunity to drive dealership growth and success
- Requires proven management expertise in automotive
Pros
- High earning potential with a significant salary range
- Influence over dealership operations and team outcomes
- Scope for personal growth and leadership development
Cons
- High expectations and accountability can be stressful
- Long hours may impact work-life balance
- Requires deep industry and operational knowledge
Who it's for
Senior Management • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced automotive managers
- Leaders ready for high-stakes dealership roles
- Professionals with a vision for operational success
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates
- Those not ready for intensive managerial pressure
- Individuals seeking part-time or relaxed roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
About the Role
Preston Automotive Group is seeking a high-performing, experienced General Manager to oversee our CDJR store in Dover, Delaware. This leadership position is responsible for driving operational excellence across sales and fixed ops, building a unified team, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
For the right candidate, this is more than a job - it's an opportunity with long-term upside and to build something special in the state capital of Delaware!
About the Preston Automotive Group
The Preston Automotive Group is one of the fastest-growing dealership groups on the East Coast, with over 20 locations representing leading brands such as Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, Nissan, Hyundai, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram.
Our culture is driven by our mission:
"To provide a superior workplace for our associates so that as a team we can provide our guests with a superior consumer experience."
We believe in leading with values, and everything we do is grounded in our Six Core Values:
1. Integrity
2. Urgency
3. Teamwork
4. Personal Growth
5. Attention to Detail
6. Community
These values are not just ideals - they guide how we serve guests, lead teams, and grow together.
If you're a passionate, results-driven automotive leader who's ready to scale your impact - and align with a group that values people, performance, and purpose - we want to hear from you.
Requirements:What We're Looking For
- Strong industry background with one or more domestic OEMs (e.g., Ford, GM, Chrysler).
- Extensive General Manager-level experience, with full P&L responsibility and deep understanding of fixed operations.
- Ability to build, lead and retain great teams, and deliver results.
- Proven track record of high sales efficiency and strong service absorption.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow with our organization.
