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Group 1 Automotive

Operates multi-brand automotive dealerships and financing

New Vehicle Sales Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 9/9/27
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Tulsa, OK, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Store Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Minimum 3-5 years of automotive sales leadership experience, preferably in a dealership environment.
  • A proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving team performance.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
  • The ability to analyze sales data and implement effective business strategies.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
  • Proficiency with customer relationship management systems, dealership management software, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead, motivate, and develop the dealership sales team to achieve and exceed individual and departmental sales goals.
  • Monitor daily sales activities, performance metrics, and key dealership objectives.
  • Recruit, train, coach, and mentor sales consultants to improve product knowledge, sales effectiveness, and customer service skills.
  • Assist sales staff in qualifying customers, structuring deals, and closing sales opportunities.
  • Ensure all customers receive an exceptional and professional dealership experience.
  • Manage inventory presentation and collaborate with leadership to maintain appropriate vehicle inventory levels.
  • Review sales reports, forecasts, and market trends to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Maintain compliance with dealership policies, manufacturer standards, and applicable regulations.
  • Partner with the Finance & Insurance team to maximize profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Address customer concerns and resolve escalated issues in a professional and timely manner.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

About the company

Group 1 Automotive operates an international network of more than 115 dealerships across the United States, United Kingdom, and South Africa. It sells new and used cars, trucks, and SUVs from 21 major brands, and provides after-sales services such as maintenance and repairs, along with financing options to customers. The company’s products and services work through its dealership network: customers choose vehicles, have them serviced, and arrange financing through the group. What sets Group 1 Automotive apart is its large, cross-border footprint and multi-brand reach, giving it scale, breadth of inventory, and bundled services (sales, maintenance, and financing) that compete with other national and regional auto retailers. The company’s goal is to be a leading international automotive retailer by offering a wide selection of vehicles and comprehensive services to customers across multiple markets.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1997

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What believers are saying

  • The Hennessy deal adds 10 Atlanta luxury and import dealerships, closing by year-end 2026.
  • Geely expansion opens three U.K. dealerships, using existing facilities and lower capital intensity.
  • Second-quarter 2026 revenue hit $5.4 billion, while U.K. gross profit stayed record-high.

What critics are saying

  • The $1.25 billion notes force special redemption if Hennessy closes after January 6, 2027.
  • Group 1 is negotiating out of Jaguar Land Rover U.K.; brand exits destroy scale.
  • Debt already reached $5.78 billion; the September 23, 2026 mortgage loan tightens collateral.

What makes Group 1 Automotive unique

  • Group 1 runs 249 dealerships across the U.S. and U.K. as of September 2026.
  • Management executes a cluster strategy, bundling dealerships, real estate, and service operations.
  • Digital deal jackets and omnichannel sales deepen F&I and service monetization across stores.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

7%
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