General Manager
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £80,000 to £120,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | Hook, Southern, RG27 9RW |
| Company: | Octane Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57218500 |
Summary
General Manager/Head of Business
Location: Hook
Salary: Negotiable basic per annum, OTE £130,000
Hours: full time
Ref: 28546
We are recruiting a General Manager for our client’s main dealership in the Hook area. This is a fantastic opportunity with a respected dealer group overseeing a high-performing operation. We are seeking an exceptional candidate with experience in a fast-paced, successful dealership who has the drive and attitude needed to elevate this site to the next level.
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities for career progression
- Attractive pension scheme
- Company discounts
General Manager Responsibilities
- Strategic Targets: Set monthly, quarterly, and annual objectives for sales, aftersales, and parts. Align team activities and use performance data to make informed improvements
- Financial Management: Oversee dealership budgets, manage expenses, monitor revenue, and review accounts to ensure profitability and compliance
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate department managers and staff. Cultivate a positive, growth-oriented culture
- Operations & Inventory: Coordinate vehicle and parts ordering, maintain optimal stock levels, manage showroom and service flow, and liaise with vendors and manufacturers
- Customer & Brand Standards: Ensure consistently high customer satisfaction, uphold brand guidelines, and enforce legal, safety, and franchise compliance
General Manager Requirements
- Proven experience in senior dealership management roles (e.g., General Manager, Dealer Principal) with a demonstrable track record in meeting sales and profitability targets
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, resolve conflicts, and interact professionally with stakeholders
- Strong commercial and analytical skills
- A full UK driving licence
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Consultant: Jack Adams - Octane Recruitment
STHOJ
Octane Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Service, Aftersales and Parts - Service Advisor, Warranty Advisor, Warranty Administrator, Aftersales Advisor, Service Team Manager, Senior Service Advisor, Service Manager, Aftersales Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Administrator, Parts Supervisor, Parts Managers.
Octane Recruitment covers a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.
Location: Hook
Salary: Negotiable basic per annum, OTE £130,000
Hours: full time
Ref: 28546
We are recruiting a General Manager for our client’s main dealership in the Hook area. This is a fantastic opportunity with a respected dealer group overseeing a high-performing operation. We are seeking an exceptional candidate with experience in a fast-paced, successful dealership who has the drive and attitude needed to elevate this site to the next level.
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities for career progression
- Attractive pension scheme
- Company discounts
General Manager Responsibilities
- Strategic Targets: Set monthly, quarterly, and annual objectives for sales, aftersales, and parts. Align team activities and use performance data to make informed improvements
- Financial Management: Oversee dealership budgets, manage expenses, monitor revenue, and review accounts to ensure profitability and compliance
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate department managers and staff. Cultivate a positive, growth-oriented culture
- Operations & Inventory: Coordinate vehicle and parts ordering, maintain optimal stock levels, manage showroom and service flow, and liaise with vendors and manufacturers
- Customer & Brand Standards: Ensure consistently high customer satisfaction, uphold brand guidelines, and enforce legal, safety, and franchise compliance
General Manager Requirements
- Proven experience in senior dealership management roles (e.g., General Manager, Dealer Principal) with a demonstrable track record in meeting sales and profitability targets
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, resolve conflicts, and interact professionally with stakeholders
- Strong commercial and analytical skills
- A full UK driving licence
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Consultant: Jack Adams - Octane Recruitment
STHOJ
Octane Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Service, Aftersales and Parts - Service Advisor, Warranty Advisor, Warranty Administrator, Aftersales Advisor, Service Team Manager, Senior Service Advisor, Service Manager, Aftersales Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Administrator, Parts Supervisor, Parts Managers.
Octane Recruitment covers a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.