General Manager

CIT Group

  • Grayslake, IL
  • $112,500-135,500 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
DescriptionCIT Trucks is searching for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead our dealership operations. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our business, from sales and customer service to financial performance and team development. You will have the opportunity to build a high-performing team, cultivate strong relationships with customers and vendors, and drive profitability in a fast-paced and rewarding industry.CIT Trucks, LLC is a leading commercial truck dealer group serving the transportation industry. We serve customers in Illinois, Missouri and Indiana through our network of 17 locations with a workforce of over 900+ employees. Our sales revenues exceed $700 million with projections surpassing $1 billion in next few years. We are actively looking for candidates that can support our mission of providing exceptional customer service to a critical national industry.Responsibilities of a General Manager entail:
  • Build and maintain business relationships with vendors, customers, manufacturers, and personnel
  • Assess present and future needs, trends, problems, and profit opportunities
  • Create and implement a dealership-wide operation plan including budgets, sales, and business plan components
  • Develop, train, and coach reporting managers on tasks such as selling, customer relations, employee relations, policies and procedures
  • Manage and lead truck sales efforts and associated personnel
  • Monitor data, numbers, sales, customer pricing, and quotas within the dealership
  • Prospect and identify potential customers
  • Develop, implement, and maintain proper processes in conjunction with the Company and manufacturers
  • Ensure dealership work is performed with efficiency, accuracy, high quality, and following all dealership standards
  • Coordinate with Marketing to develop merchandising strategies and advertising programs.
  • Promote safe work habits and ensure that safety rules are followed
  • Advise direct reports on techniques and approaches through coaching, troubleshooting, or teaching practices
  • Take corrective action when necessary by issuing credits, speaking with customers, and working with other departments to ensure alternative methods are available for the customers
  • Maintain expenses, assets, and materials and take action as necessary
  • Appraise employee performance through coachings, reviews, and evaluations as appropriate
  • Collaborate with Human Resources to interview, screen, and hire employees
CIT Trucks, LLC provides a comprehensive wage and benefits package that includes:
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Choice between 3 wide-ranging medical plans with prescription coverage
  • Option to participate in HSA or FSA savings accounts
  • Access to dental and vision insurance
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Company paid life insurance, as well as additional voluntary life insurance for self and family
  • 401(k) retirement planning that has a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
RequirementsThe requirements to be a General Manager include:
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Prior management experience preferred
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelors degree preferred
  • Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card

CIT Group