Chevrolet District Manager, Parts & Service - Ventura, CA

Remote: This position does not require employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employee’s role enables them to work off-site on a permanent basis. This position requires an employee to cover territory visits to dealerships in a reoccurring frequency.

The role supports dealerships within the Ventura, CA area. The selected candidate must live in territory or relocate to Ventura, CA or a surrounding area approved by leadership within 60 days of the start date. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

The Role

The District Manager, Parts and Service (DMPS) is a strategic field leadership role responsible for driving aftersales performance across a defined region. This position partners closely with dealership leadership to execute GM’s Customer Care & Aftersales initiatives, improve customer satisfaction, and grow revenue. The DMPS leverages data-driven insights, operational expertise, and consultative influence to deliver measurable results in a dynamic and evolving automotive landscape. The DMPS reports directly to the Zone Manager, Parts and Service and plays a key role in executing strategy with dealership operations.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Demonstrate extreme ownership of district performance across Revenue, Customer Retention, and Customer Experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor to dealer leadership, fostering strong partnerships and strategic alignment.
• Drive revenue growth and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through effective execution of all Customer Care & Aftersales (CCA) programs and initiatives.
• Lead standardized dealer contact processes, focusing on dealer-specific priorities and GM performance objectives.
• Analyze dealership marketing and merchandising strategies, offering actionable recommendations to increase service lane traffic.
• Develop and execute annual Business Plans, leveraging data-driven strategic insights to address market challenges and operational headwinds.
• Apply analytic thinking to assess dealership performance, identify trends, and implement targeted solutions and processes that improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy, managing priorities and making decisions that drive business outcomes.
• Maintain a results-driven approach, consistently striving to exceed performance targets and deliver measurable improvements.
• Resolve aftersales customer concerns, including but not limited to:
  • SPAC (Service Parts Assistance Center)
  • CAC (Customer Assistance Center)
  • TAC (Technical Assistance Center)
  • Goodwill, Warranty, and Policy Requests
• Monitor and deliver on KPIs including:
  • Sales Reporting Tool (SRT) objectives
  • Net Promoter Score (NPS)
  • Customer Retention
  • Service Training Standards (STS)
  • EV Training & Compliance

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience leading and improving dealership Fixed Operations.
• Strong automotive industry knowledge and business acumen, including service operations, warranty processes, and customer experience management.
• Deep understanding of Dealership Service & Parts Operations, including:
  • Automotive Parts and Service Systems
  • Dealer Operating Reports & Fixed Ops Analysis Tools
  • Profit department structures and interdependencies
  • Consultative selling techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to inform and persuade effectively.
• Leverage data analytics tools to extract actionable insights that drive revenue growth, optimize operational performance, and elevate customer experience.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt and thrive in a changing environment where there is a degree of ambiguity.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to inform and persuade effectively.
• Leverage data analytics tools to extract actionable insights that drive revenue growth, optimize operational performance, and elevate the customer experience.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt and thrive in a changing environment where there is a degree of ambiguity.
• Builds and maintains strong internal and external relationships.
• Drives results and leads change with confidence and clarity.
• Communicates persuasively and informatively across all levels.
• Applies analytical thinking to solve complex problems and make data-informed decisions.
• Demonstrates strategic business planning capabilities to align dealership goals with broader organizational objectives.
• Maintains a results-driven mindset, consistently pursuing excellence and accountability.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills by identifying root causes, developing actionable solutions, and implementing improvements that enhance dealership performance and c