Experienced Autobody Collision Center Manager (Tallahassee, FL)

Hendrick Automotive Group

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet Collision Center is seeking a Collision Center Manager. This is a great opportunity to join a team that cares about you and offers a supportive culture. The shop is very busy, air-conditioned, and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. The role involves direct supervisory responsibilities and requires a leader with experience running a collision center with over $600k in monthly sales.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Automotive field or equivalent work experience.
5+ years of desired work experience.
Thorough knowledge of body repair methods.
Management or supervisory experience preferred.
Valid Driver’s License.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Advanced ability and knowledge of Collision Center Management System and additional software programs to support operations.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel and insurance adjusters.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Ability to understand and follow technical manuals.
Experience running a collision center with over $600k in monthly sales.

Nice To Haves

Management or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Works to improve operations in the Collision Center.
Works with upper management and Human Resources to make hiring and discipline decisions.
Oversees training and supervision of Collision Center department employees.
Sets schedules and assigns tasks to Collision Center department employees.
Oversees assessment of what repairs are needed.
Oversees estimates of costs and price of vehicle repairs.
Communicates with insurance companies during the repair process to ensure coverage of all repairs.
Develops and maintains relationships with insurance companies to establish and retain DRP status.
Reviews collision center repair orders.
Oversees gross profit and expenses.
Establishes and maintains good vendor relationships.
Attends weekly manager meetings.
Maintains effective employee relations.
Maintains CSI at or above Company standards.
Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area.
Participates in required training.
Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system.
Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.
Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values.
Complies with Company policies and procedures.
Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
Other duties as assigned.