General Sales Manager

Employee Benefits & Compensation

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Health and wellness coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Retailer savings with company matching
• Employee vehicle and service discounts

What You'll Drive

• Drive new and used vehicle volume and profitability
• Lead, hire, coach, and hold Sales Managers accountable
• Set and execute monthly and annual sales and gross objectives
• Manage inventory, days' supply, and aged units
• Oversee deal structure, appraisals, reconditioning, and approvals
• Execute market-driven promotions and advertising strategies
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies and sales systems
• Resolve customer issues to protect CSI and retention
• Build a results-driven culture through training and metrics

What You Bring

• 4-10 years of automotive sales leadership experience
• Proven record of driving sales, gross, and team performance
• Strong financial acumen and inventory management skills
• Confident decision-maker with data-driven mindset
• Professional presence and leadership credibility

Why This Role

• Incentive-driven compensation tied directly to performance
• High-visibility leadership position with growth opportunity
• Authority to impact operations, people, and profitability
• Competitive benefits and strong dealer support

Schedule

Full-time

Job Type

Full-time

About the role

Clay Cooley Auto Group are seeking a high-impact General Sales Manager to lead new and used vehicle operations, drive profitability, and elevate customer retention. This role is built for a strong automotive leader who understands market dynamics, controls expense, and wins through people, process, and performance.

Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license, and successfully complete a pre-employment screening.