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Chief Executive Officer (Carsia Holdings)

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Access Holdings

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Baltimore

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-3 years as CEO, 8-10 years in senior leadership in automotive/retail, strong financial acumen, leadership skills, and a tech-savvy approach to drive growth and innovation.
  • You will develop strategic plans, lead executive teams, oversee financial performance, drive growth through acquisitions, ensure compliance, and foster a customer-focused, innovative culture.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 2-3 years as a CEO or President and 8-10 years of senior leadership experience in the automotive or other retail multi-site services industry, with a strong background in dealership or multi-site management and OEM or supplier relations, ideally with experience with automotive or consumer financial products
  • Demonstrated experience in building and growing a successful multi-geography, multi-brand, multi-site business (ex: driving durable double-digit annual revenue growth over a 5+ year period)
  • Proven track record of strategic planning, financial acumen, operational excellence, as well as driving growth and financial performance in a competitive market
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and mobilize diverse teams toward common goals
  • Strong strategic decision-making and problem-solving abilities, leveraging data to drive insights and metrics to drive performance
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and community leaders
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing diverse teams and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field; MBA and/or relevant professional certifications highly regarded
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Energetic leader who can inspire and engage other strong leaders and their organizations to successfully execute critical growth strategies
  • Natural team builder; capable of aligning an expanding group of businesses and leaders to achieve the company's objectives
  • Progressive, tech/digitally savvy leader with a willingness to learn, embrace and drive new and innovative approaches to achieving market leadership, including both a drive to utilize data and analytics to inform management of the business as well as the development of new digital product and service offerings for customers
  • Capable of managing across multiple operating units with a high level of diplomacy and ability to get ideas, strategies and programs embraced and implemented
  • CEO must also be forward-oriented, seeking out and driving various corporate led initiatives and programs that will benefit the business overall
  • Self-aware leader who listens and collaborates well across the organization
  • Thrives on building capabilities across the business

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive destination (strategic) plan that aligns with the company's long-term objectives, prioritizes growth opportunities, and enhances shareholder value
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the board, private equity sponsor and other stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations on market dynamics, competitive landscape, and potential initiatives
  • Build, lead and inspire a high-performing executive team and large team of business unit leaders, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation
  • Oversee the company's financial performance, working closely with the CFO to ensure robust financial planning, analysis, and modeling
  • Drive the company's expansion through strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and market development, conducting thorough due diligence and financial evaluation of attractive opportunities
  • Ensure the highest standards of legal compliance, ethical conduct, and corporate governance across all operations
  • Champion technology-enabled process improvements to drive efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and maintain a competitive edge in the automotive industry
  • Maintain and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, community leaders, and our private equity sponsor, Access Holdings
  • Build and establish a data-driven, customer-focused culture that is distinctive in the industry
  • Facilitate innovation by leading value creation specialists on the corporate team and nurturing relationships with external partners to maintain the platform's competitive edge and sustained growth

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the CEO position at Carsia Holdings?

Candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years as a CEO or President and 8-10 years of senior leadership experience in the automotive or related retail multi-site services industry, as well as experience in dealership or multi-site management.

What is the primary focus of the CEO at Carsia Holdings?

The CEO will focus on defining and driving the vision, strategy, and operational expansion of the company, ensuring growth, innovation, and excellence across the organization.

What type of company culture is Carsia Holdings seeking to build?

Carsia Holdings aims to cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation, emphasizing a data-driven, customer-focused approach.

What are the key responsibilities of the CEO?

Key responsibilities include developing and executing strategic plans, overseeing financial performance, driving expansion through acquisitions and partnerships, and championing technology-enabled process improvements.

Is experience in digital technology important for the CEO role?

Yes, familiarity with digital technology is important as the CEO will help operating units embrace best practices and contemporary data-driven approaches.

What kind of leadership skills is Carsia Holdings looking for?

Carsia Holdings is looking for exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and mobilize diverse teams toward common goals, and effective strategic decision-making abilities.

What educational background is preferred for the CEO position?

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is required, and an MBA or relevant professional certifications are highly regarded.

What personal characteristics are important for the CEO at Carsia Holdings?

Important characteristics include being an energetic, tech-savvy leader, a natural team builder, a self-aware collaborator, and someone who thrives on building capabilities across the business.

What benefits does Carsia Holdings offer to its employees?

Carsia Holdings offers a competitive compensation package, including equity participation, comprehensive health benefits, dental and vision plans, and retirement plans.

Is Carsia Holdings committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, Carsia Holdings is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of background.

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Access Holdings

Building Enduring Businesses

Venture Capital & Private Equity
Industry
11-50
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Access Holdings Management Company LLC is a Baltimore-based middle market investment firm with approximately $2.7 billion in assets under management. Founded in 2013, Access provides high-quality, direct investments opportunities to create concentrated portfolios of essential service-based businesses in North America. We undertake active build and buy strategies, pursuing what we want to own, great markets and distinct business models. In doing so, Access partners with and supports exceptional, passionate, visionary leaders to grow and scale businesses.