General Marketing Manager
Job Description:
General Marketing Manager
As the General Marketing Manager, you are responsible to develop marketing strategy for the dealership group- based on corporate directives and in alignment with dealership business objectives, Develops and executes strategies to promote vehicles and brands, analyzing market trends, managing digital and traditional campaigns, and overseeing budgets to increase brand awareness, generate leads, and drive sales.
- Strategy Development:
Create and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for vehicles, services, and the overall brand, aligning them business goals and objectives.
Driving individual dealerships as per final marketing directions and sales objectives assigned to each one of them.- Market Analysis:
Research and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and demographic data to identify opportunities and inform strategy.
Responsible to liaison with the Marketing team for implementing various marketing programs at dealership & give feedback on a regular basis.- Campaign Management:
Develop, oversee, and execute advertising and promotional campaigns across both digital (SEO, SEM, social media) and traditional channels.
Integrate with dealership CRM team to work on joint campaigns and for lead management system.- Team & Budget Management:
Manage the marketing department’s budget, staff, and overall performance, reporting on results and making adjustments as needed.
Lead the dealership marketing team to deliver results as per the plan.
Managing and effectively utilizing the dealership groups marketing budget.- Brand Oversight:
Ensure brand consistency across all marketing efforts and manage the brand’s image and reputation.
Monitoring and controlling marketing execution at all dealership locations.
Key Skills and knowledge:
- Marketing Expertise:
- Digital Proficiency:
- Strategic Thinking:
- Analytical Skills:
- Communication:
- Automotive Trends:
A deep understanding of the latest trends in the automotive market, including consumer behavior, market conditions, and competitor activities.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
- 10-15 years of marketing manager or general marketing manager experience, with a proven tract record in automotive marketing, is essential.
- Strong organizational and communication skills for clear and effective articulation of ideas and requests to both large groups and individuals.
- Capacity to develop strategic marketing plans that align with business objectives.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team, work effectively in a collaborative environment, and build relationships is important.