Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $125,000.00 - $250,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Performance bonus
Career development opportunities
Relocation assistance
Job Description
Swickard Automotive Group is an esteemed automotive company known for its dedication to luxury and performance vehicles. With a rich heritage of delivering excellence and customer satisfaction, Swickard continues to build innovative automotive experiences that combine operational discipline with luxury brand standards. They pride themselves on a culture where hospitality is not just for guests but also a cornerstone of team building and leadership throughout the organization. They operate several luxury and performance automotive brands, serving a diverse clientele passionate about quality, innovation, and exceptional service.
Their latest expansion is the launch of Alaska's first Mercedes-Benz Van Center in An... Show More
Their latest expansion is the launch of Alaska's first Mercedes-Benz Van Center in An... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, automotive management, or related field
- Minimum five years of general management experience at a luxury or commercial automotive dealership
- Proven track record in new store launches or operational turnarounds
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret financial and operational metrics
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Willingness to relocate to Anchorage, Alaska
Job Qualifications
- Five plus years of leadership experience as a General Manager or General Sales Manager in a luxury or commercial automotive brand
- Demonstrated success in new-store openings, rebranding, or operational turnarounds
- Strong grasp of dealership KPIs suited to a developing business unit including annual revenue of 5-10 million dollars during launch phase, net-to-gross ratio of 18-22 percent, customer satisfaction index of 95 percent or higher, fixed operations absorption of 75-85 percent, year-over-year growth of 10 percent plus after ramp-up, and strong employee retention
- Experience with operational excellence and managing multi-departmental teams
- Proven ability to drive financial performance and growth
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Job Duties
- Build and lead all dealership operations from day one - staffing, process design, vendor setup, and OEM readiness
- Oversee daily performance across sales, service, parts, and finance with full profit and loss accountability
- Deliver a world-class customer satisfaction index (CSI) experience and set the tone for hospitality-driven guest care across every department
- Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing department leaders in a fast-scaling operation
- Drive profitability and sustainability through disciplined expense control and KPI tracking
- Collaborate closely with Mercedes-Benz Vans USA to ensure compliance, brand alignment, and strategic growth
- Represent the Mercedes-Benz brand within the Anchorage business community as a trusted partner and leader
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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