General Manager

About ZuCar and Role Overview

ZuCar, a rapidly expanding used car brand operating under the Joe Duffy Group umbrella, is seeking a General Manager to lead its Cork dealership based in Little Island, County Cork, Ireland. As part of a growing network with four existing locations and a fifth soon to open, this is a prime opportunity to lead during an exciting expansion phase. This full-time, permanent role reports directly to the Operations Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership by spending substantial time on the showroom floor, actively engaging with customers, leading negotiations, and supporting the sales team (referred to as "Zu Guides") in closing vehicle and financing deals.
• Assume full Profit and Loss (P&L) accountability for the Cork site, driving revenue growth and achieving key performance metrics.
• Lead, develop, and inspire both sales and technical/service teams through daily sales meetings, coaching, and fostering a high-performance retail atmosphere.
• Drive a customer-centric environment by ensuring transparency, achieving top satisfaction ratings, and rapidly resolving any customer escalations.
• Oversee all operational aspects including daily site management, inventory control, vehicle procurement, health and safety compliance, and enforcement of company policies.
• Implement tailored local marketing and sales initiatives in alignment with the Joe Duffy Group’s strategic goals to enhance market presence in Cork and contribute to national expansion.

Candidate Requirements

• Must have 3 to 5+ years of senior management experience with proven success in automotive retail sales and aftersales.
• Demonstrates a visible and hands-on leadership approach, actively leading from the showroom floor rather than managing remotely.
• Strong financial expertise including managing P&L, budgets, and commercial reporting.
• Possession of a full, clean Irish or EU driving licence is mandatory.
• Outstanding interpersonal, negotiation, and deal-closing skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive executive salary with an attractive bonus structure.
• Provision of a company car along with fuel allowance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for long-term career advancement within Ireland’s largest retail motor group.

Additional Information

The application deadline for this position is October 30, 2026.