General Manager

Our client, a well-established and expanding franchise dealer in Cork, is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the next phase of growth. This is a key leadership role with full responsibility for both sales and aftersales performance. The successful candidate will drive commercial results, strengthen operational standards, and lead a high-performing management team across the business.

The role

• Full P&L responsibility for the dealership
• Lead and develop both Sales and Aftersales departments
• Drive new and used vehicle performance in line with manufacturer and group targets
• Improve aftersales absorption, workshop productivity, and customer retention
• Manage and mentor departmental managers and wider team
• Ensure strong manufacturer compliance and brand standards
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and business growth
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience across all touchpoints

• Proven experience as a General Manager, Dealer Principal, or senior automotive leader
• Strong background across both sales and aftersales operations
• Demonstrated ability to deliver commercial growth and improve profitability
• Experience working within a franchise dealership environment
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Financially and commercially astute
• High level of professionalism and customer focus

What's on offer

• Strong package with performance-related bonus
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on business growth
• Supportive ownership structure
• Long-term career opportunity within a progressive organisation