Auto Claims Associate I, Manheim California

Cox Communications • Anaheim, CA

36d • Onsite

About The Position

At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we strive to make sure every customer is completely satisfied when they do business with us. On the off-chance we fall short, we do our best to make things right, pronto. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for an Arbitrator I to learn the ropes of resolving customer complaints and ensuring we don’t make the same mistake again. Do you have the skills we’re looking for? Keep reading for more details!

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• Less than 2 years of related experience
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Organizational and time management skills
• The ability to adapt in a fluid and changing environment

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of automotive or body shop experience
• Claims adjuster experience

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer claims to verify that they meet Manheim's National Arbitration policies and any account-specific guidelines.
• Investigates basic, less complex cases (e.g., late title claims, basic condition report claims, vehicle availability, post-sale inspection fails, mechanical/structural/undisclosed vehicle damage, etc.) or those requiring more prescriptive decision-making.
• Interfaces with all departments involved in the complaint (i.e., reconditioning, front office, dealer services, vehicle entry, etc.), including during the fact finding and investigative phases.
• Uses appropriate resources to investigate and facilitate relevant inspection, documentation, and communication to ensure appropriate actions are completed to move cases forward or to resolution.
• Uses appropriate levels/limits of financial approval authority to resolve cases.
• Evaluate claims by obtaining, comparing, evaluating, and validating various forms of information.
• Prepares and facilitates communication for resolution via telephone, email, and in-person discussion.
• Mediates disputes and negotiates repair and/or pricing of disputed vehicles to arrive at a mutually acceptable solution and to keep vehicles sold.
• Monitors and maintains accurate files for each arbitration case, verifying the accuracy of all required documentation, including invoices and settlement agreements.
• Engages with supervisor/manager to determine if escalation is required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave
• health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• retirement planning (401(k))
• paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED