The global automotive industry has changed dramatically in recent years. Supply chain issues, record pricing, the rise of electric vehicles, enhanced technologies, and fluctuating... moreThe global automotive industry has changed dramatically in recent years. Supply chain issues, record pricing, the rise of electric vehicles, enhanced technologies, and fluctuating consumer demand will continue to impact dealerships will into the future. In fact, some experts believe the industry will never be quite the same in the post-pandemic era, and futureproofing is the best way to prepare. That futureproofing starts with automotive recruitment.
Skill Requirements are Changing
One of the biggest challenges that automotive dealerships face as a result of the changing industry has to do with the skills that executives must possess to lead a company to success. Whereas basic business knowledge was once all that was required to lead a successful enterprise, new challenges in the automotive sector - especially as they relate to inventory shortages and price hikes - require executives to think critically and solve problems before they arise. As such, dealerships can benefit from hiring executives who... less