Fixed Operations Manager

401 Auto • Pembroke, ON

12d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Regional Fixed Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing our regional locations. From managing service departments, leading a team of dedicated employees to deliver top-notch service and building relationships along the way as you embrace the perks of traveling to our various locations. At the 401 Group of Companies we are dedicated to setting new standards of excellence in the automotive industry. With our consistent growth and innovation, we are looking for a Regional Fixed Operations Manager to help drive our continued success.

Requirements

• 12 Grade Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years Service Manager experience in the automotive industry
• G Driver's license and a clean driver's abstract
• Strong understanding of automotive parts
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
• Technically savvy
• Must have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Must be willing to be flexible with work schedule and willingness to travel on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PBS software is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• OEM policy and administration
• Thorough understanding of dealership and OEM KPIs
• Knowledge and expertise and department absorption and P&L
• Responsible for profit management - must examine department financial statements, including expenses and revenue, to ensure the department's profitability
• Develop and maintain a culture that values excellent customer service through effective training, supervision, coaching and talent management
• Review and implement Service Centre policies and procedures that improve the customer experience through high quality service and rapport building
• Develop and implement a long-term strategy and action plan to attract and retain customers
• Understand and maintain warranty platforms
• Ordering parts with company and OEM guidelines
• Knowledge of parts pricing procedures
• Establish and maintain good relationships with wholesale customers
• Professionally and effectively resolve customer and employee complaints and concerns
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and all other workplace regulations and policies
• Oversee multiple Service and Parts departments and ensure that the parts department is properly staffed, providing coverage during all scheduled business hours
• Maintain an active parts and accessories inventory with appropriate days of supply, minimizing obsolescence and improving turnover rates
• Develop and grow external (CP/W) parts and accessories sales including wholesale accounts
• Ensure compliance with 401 and OEM policies and procedures such as to maintain accurate warranty 10 bin, clean and presentable merchandising areas including parts storage.
• Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction
• Report any non-compliant issues directly and immediately to the management
• Manage cash and credit/debit receipts per company policy
• Manage the PBS system and ensure that all parts orders are properly received, tracked, stored, and invoiced accurately
• Perform physical inventory counts as required which may be required during off business hours
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on both individual growth and team success.
• Empowering you to grow with meaningful career path planning and advancement opportunities.
• Health & wellness benefit enrollment opportunities
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Enjoy exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts and service, along with a special discount at the Blackshop.
• Perkopolis Enrollment
• On-site Parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees