Management Training Program Not as Robust as Advertised - Management Trainee Group 1 Automotive Employee Review

1.0
Jan 26, 2022
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Pros

Not a ton of pros, good exposure to the industry and how it works

Cons

--Poor management, went through 5 General Managers in the span of 1.5 years. Not only that, but there was no communication from Group 1 to management about the trainee program, the third manager I dealt with thought I was a college intern and had me manning the front desk --Bait and switch on management training program, they provide very little guidance or check-ins throughout the program. --Program creates jealousy and animosity among coworkers. You are a salaried employee who will be asked to perform the roles of a service writer and sales person. So you will be taking commissioned sales away from the employees who rely on that commission for their pay, so it is a balancing act between trying to prevent coworkers from getting mad at you for stealing work and keeping your metrics high so management is happy --They will make you work 60-70 hours or more during the sales rotation --Horrific sexism, racism, and childish behavior from coworkers and management

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5.0
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Pros

Benefits, really smart people, nice location, hybrid schedule, work-life balance

Cons

Workload, not enough people for the job

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Group 1 Automotive Response
1d
Thank you for taking the time to share this, and for five-plus years with us. It means a lot to hear that the benefits, the people, and the flexibility have made this a place worth recommending. Teamwork is at the heart of how we work, and comments like yours reflect the kind of culture we're proud to build together. We hear you on workload and staffing, and we take that feedback seriously as we keep growing. Thank you again for being part of the team.
1.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

The people we work with.

Cons

General sales manager is trash and will bring down the dealership very soon.

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Group 1 Automotive Response
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Thank you for sharing this, and for the time you've spent with us. It's good to hear that the people you work with are a real strength — that sense of teamwork is something we value deeply. Professionalism and strong leadership at every level matter just as much to us, and we take feedback like yours seriously as part of holding ourselves to that standard. We're glad to have you on the team.
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