General Motors

District Manager Parts and Service - Buick and GMC

California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience with over 5 years of experience in leading and improving dealership fixed operations. Proficiency in automotive industry knowledge, business acumen including service operations, warranty administration, and customer experience is required. Strong persuasive and informative communication skills, along with a deep understanding of automotive parts and service systems, dealer operating reports, fixed analysis tools, dealership profit departments, and consultative selling skills are essential. The role requires the ability to travel 70% of the time, and the selected candidate must reside in or relocate to San Bernardino, CA, or a surrounding area within the specified territory.

Responsibilities

The District Manager will have territorial responsibility for administering Sales and Service Agreements with GM, dealers, external fleet customers, and Independent Aftersales Market (IAM) stores. They will act as a consultant to dealers and IAMs, collaborating on business plan development and implementation. Responsibilities include developing and executing marketing initiatives, improving customer retention, managing product displays, conducting financial analysis, and providing training. The role involves driving revenue growth, achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and executing all CCA programs and initiatives. This includes preparing for and conducting standardized dealer contact processes, analyzing dealer marketing and merchandising plans to increase service lane traffic, creating annual business plans, implementing countermeasures for challenges, and resolving aftersales customer needs, including SPAC/CAC/TAC cases and goodwill/warranty/policy requests. Key performance indicators include SRT sales objectives, NPS, Retention, STS Training, EV Training, and Compliance.

Skills

Territory management
Dealer relations
Marketing analysis
Business planning
Financial analysis
Training
Customer experience
KPI tracking
Sales strategy
Warranty/policy handling

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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