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Group 1 Automotive Company Culture
Group 1 Automotive Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.2/5
Group 1 Automotive's Overall Culture is rated F
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Diversity
BGender
DCompensation
D-Meetings
D-Outlook
D-Group 1 Automotive CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Earl Hesterberg
50 /100
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Diversity at Group 1 Automotive
Top 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B
Diverse employees at Group 1 Automotive have rated Team, CEO Rating, and Retention as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Group 1 Automotive
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Women at Group 1 Automotive have rated Team, CEO Rating, and Retention as the highest categories they have scored
Group 1 Automotive eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 10%Bottom 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-48
Group 1 Automotive employees are -48% more likely to recommend Group 1 Automotive as a great place to work
| 22% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 8% | Passives |
| 70% | Detractors |
Working at Group 1 Automotive
Working at Group 1 Automotive is rated below average by 71 employees, across various culture dimensions. Group 1 Automotive employees rate Compensation highest among all categories, and think that Work Culture and Perks And Benefits have the most room for improvement, putting Group 1 Automotive’s culture in the Bottom 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 5% compared to other companies in Houston. See below in detail how working at Group 1 Automotive was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Group 1 Automotive
F
Overall Company Culture at Group 1 Automotive is rated F
Last updated 2 months ago
Bottom
5%
Group 1 Automotive ranks in the Bottom 5% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Group 1 Automotive Employee Reviews
Out of 54 Group 1 Automotive employee reviews, 72% were positive. The remaining 28% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Group 1 Automotive improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 72% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 28% |
Positive Reviews From Group 1 Automotive Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?More details regarding the company culture.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Stocks and 401offers. Insurance is ok.
- What makes you most happy at work?WHEN I HAVE PLENTY OF WORK. STAY BUSY.
Constructive Feedback From Group 1 Automotive Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?We keep changing names, so any loyalty our customer base had is gone.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Marketing and being stable with the name of the locations.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Listening and understanding exactly what people’s roles ar
Group 1 Automotive Company Information
Group 1 Automotive Company Overview
Group 1 Automotive owns and operates about 130 franchises at approximately 100 dealerships, as well as about 25 collision service centers
Group 1 Automotive Mission, Vision & Values
Group 1 Automotive Mission Statement
Group 1 has grown to become one of the top five dealership groups in the United States. The company has achieved this success through the execution of a strategy that emphasizes geographic and brand diversity, interrelated revenue streams, operational efficiencies and the prudent deployment of capital.
Group 1 Automotive Values
- Integrity
- Transparency
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
| Headquarter | Houston, TX United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.group1auto.com/index.htm |
| Founding Date | 1997 |
| Tel | 8582925080 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | GPI |
Group 1 Automotive Competitors
Group 1 Automotive competitors include Hendrick Automotive Group, Sonic Automotive, Asbury Automotive Group, and AutoNation. Group 1 Automotive ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Group 1 Automotive compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Group 1 Automotive Employees
71 employees at Group 1 Automotive have reviewed Group 1 Automotive across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 2 months ago.
Overall, the 71 Group 1 Automotive employees give their leadership a grade of F, or Bottom 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Group 1 Automotive are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Group 1 Automotive, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Group 1 Automotive are mostly dissatisfied with their team. 71 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an F. Less than half believe the meetings at Group 1 Automotive are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Group 1 Automotive believe the environment at Group 1 Automotive is negative. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Group 1 Automotive is extremely fast. About 31% of the employees at Group 1 Automotive work 8 hours or less, while 27% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Group 1 Automotive are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Group 1 Automotive - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Houston about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Houston employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 70% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Group 1 Automotive KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Group 1 Automotive employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Group 1 Automotive's KPIs and OKRs.
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Group 1 Automotive CEO & Leadership
Group 1 Automotive CEO - Earl Hesterberg
50 /100
Earl’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Earl in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Houston. Earl Hesterberg’s employees rank Group 1 Automotive in the Bottom 10% for Compensation, in the Bottom 10% for Meetings, and in the Bottom 10% for Outlook. Hesterberg is generally unpopular with Group 1 Automotive employees, but ranks especially low with employees with Over 10 Years experience, and by Caucasian employees and Female employees. However, employees in the Sales department have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO.
Group 1 Automotive Leadership
The Group 1 Automotive Executive Team is rated a “F” and led by CEO Earl Hesterberg, Senior Vice President of Manufacturer Relations, Financial Services & Public Affairs Peter DeLongchamps, and SVP, CFO & Chief Accounting Officer John C. Rickel
Earl Hesterberg CEO / President
Earl Hesterberg serves as the CEO / President of Group 1 Automotive.
Peter DeLongchamps Senior Vice President of Manufacturer Relations, Financial Services & Public Affairs
Mr. Peter C. DeLongchamps, also known as Pete, has been Senior Vice President of Manufacturer Relations, Financial... read more
John C. Rickel SVP, CFO & Chief Accounting Officer
Mr. John C. Rickel has been Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Group 1 Automotive, Inc. since December... read more
Frank Grese Jr. Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Training and Operations Support
Mr. Frank Grese, Jr. serves as President of Maxwell Ford, Inc. Mr. Grese has been Senior Vice President of Human... read more
Darryl Michael Burman Senior VP & General Counsel
Mr. Darryl Michael Burman serves as Vice President at Maxwell Ford, Inc. Mr. Burman serves as a Vice President of... read more
Paul T. Reinhart Chief Financial Officer of South Central Region
Mr. Paul T. Reinhart has been Chief Financial Officer of South Central at Group 1 Automotive Inc. since February 2006.
Matthew E. McGovern Chief Financial Officer of Northeast Region
Mr. Matthew E. McGovern has been Chief Financial Officer of Northeast at Group 1 Automotive Inc. since February 2006.
Daryl Kenningham President of U.S. Operations
Mr. Daryl Kenningham has been President of U.S. Operations at Group 1 Automotive, Inc. since May 1, 2017. Mr. Kenningham... read more
Robert J. Kennedy Chief Financial Officer of Southeast Region
Mr. Robert J. Kennedy serves as Vice President at McCall-H, Inc. and Maxwell Ford, Inc. Mr. Kennedy has been the Chief... read more
Group 1 Automotive Salaries
How much does Group 1 Automotive pay?
How much do people at Group 1 Automotive get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Group 1 Automotive is $139,554, or $67 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $120,977, or $58 per hour.
At Group 1 Automotive, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $234,105 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $41,519 annually. Average Group 1 Automotive salaries by department include: Product at $198,928, Operations at $152,413, Finance at $90,113, and Design at $117,342. Half of Group 1 Automotive salaries are above $120,977.
30 employees at Group 1 Automotive rank their Compensation in the Bottom 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 88 ratings) while 29 employees at Group 1 Automotive rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 29 ratings).
Last updated 2 months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $68k | $68k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $93k | $93k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $119k | $119k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $188k | $188k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $247k | $247k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $298k | $298k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $326k | $326k | 100th Percentile |
$139,554*
Average Compensation
$120,977*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Group 1 Automotive Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Group 1 Automotive
Diverse employees at Group 1 Automotive score the company 70/100 across various culture categories, placing Group 1 Automotive in the Top 30% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Group 1 Automotive across various culture dimensions.
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Group 1 Automotive Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Group 1 Automotive PTO
Group 1 Automotive's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year.
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Candidates By Department
Admin | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Houston | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Group 1 Automotive
Who is the CEO of Group 1 Automotive?
Group 1 Automotive CEO is Earl Hesterberg, their score by employees is 50
What is Group 1 Automotive eNPS?
The eNPS for Group 1 Automotive is -48
What is Group 1 Automotive revenue?
Group 1 Automotive revenue is $11B
What is the salary for Accountant in Group 1 Automotive?
Accountant average salary in the US is 68k
What are the salaries in the Operations in Group 1 Automotive?
The average salaries for Operations in Group 1 Automotive is 152k
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