Leadership Development Program - Automotive Retail (Management Trainee)

Don Johnson Motors Inc Rice Lake, WI Open
Don Johnson Motors Inc is looking for Leadership Development Program - Automotive Retail (Management Trainee) in Rice Lake, WI.
This local job opportunity with ID 3701457478 is live since 2026-06-04 20:23:41.

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Future General Manager Track
Don Johnson Auto Group | Northwest Wisconsin
Start at the Ground Level. Build Toward Leadership.
Most entry-level roles teach you a job.
This program builds a career path to General Management.
We're looking for high-potential college students and recent graduates who want to lead a business someday-and are willing to start on the front lines to earn it.
What You'll Do
You'll begin in a customer-facing role and learn the business from the inside out:

  • Sales Consultant
  • Service Advisor
  • Collision Repair Estimator
From there, you'll gain exposure across all major departments and build toward leadership responsibility.
Career Path & Timeline
This is a multi-year development path, not a short-term program.
Years 1-2: Foundations
  • Master customer experience and daily execution
  • Build discipline, accountability, and consistency
Years 2-4: Cross-Department Development
  • Sales & F&I
  • Service & Parts
  • Collision Center
  • Learn how the business drives profit and performance
Years 3-5+: Leadership Development
  • Lead initiatives and mentor others
  • Take on increasing responsibility
  • Prepare for department management roles
Long-Term Path:
Department Manager ? General Manager ? Potential Partner
A Day in the Life
  • Working directly with customers to solve problems and create strong experiences
  • Collaborating with your team to hit daily and monthly goals
  • Learning how inventory, service flow, and operations work together
  • Receiving real-time coaching from experienced leaders
What We're Looking For
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to start at the ground level
  • Desire to build a long-term career in leadership
  • Competitive, goal-oriented mindset
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Coachable, humble, and accountable
Great fits include:
  • College students or recent graduates
  • Business, marketing, sales, or operations backgrounds
  • Student-athletes or individuals with leadership experience
Compensation & Benefits
  • $42,000-$70,000+ total compensation (depending on role and performance)
  • Paid position with performance incentives
  • Full-time career path with advancement opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid training and development
  • No-cost college degree opportunities for you and your family
  • Employee discounts and a family-oriented culture
Why Don Johnson Auto Group
  • Fifth-generation, family-owned (est. 1915)
  • Named one of the Best Dealerships to Work For
  • Wisconsin Family Business of the Year
  • Culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous growth
  • Proven track record of developing leaders from within
Apply Today
If you're looking for a long-term career path and are willing to put in the work to grow into leadership, we want to meet you. read more

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