Lot Operations Specialist II (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises • Ocoee, FL

7d • $15 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lot Operations Specialist II to coordinate the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction. This role involves overseeing driver assignments, ensuring smooth traffic flow, and addressing various lot issues. The specialist will also be responsible for inspecting equipment, conducting pre-sale meetings and walks, and responding to customer inquiries.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying (i.e., flat tires, low gas, jump-starting vehicles.)
• Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
• 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• 6 months of auction or driving experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout preferred.
• Knowledge of LDM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction.
• Makes and oversees the assignments of drivers, jump start/battery operators and push truck operators in promoting a smooth flow of traffic through the auctioning process.
• Conducts inspection of support equipment for proper working order.
• Conducts pre-sale meeting with drivers identifying driver return routes, overflow areas, plan changes, etc.
• Conducts presale walk to ensure vehicles are in assigned lane as scheduled.
• Identifies and addresses missing vehicles, overflow areas, inoperable vehicles and other issues.
• Maintains the run list indicating vehicles with no keys, late vehicle entries, and/or late number changes.
• Responds to customer and dealer inquiries and concerns.
• Coordinates and directs vehicle movement to maintain continuous flow of traffic to the block.
• Oversees parking sold vehicles and re-parking non-sold vehicles.
• Reports theft, lot damage, or any safety concerns to management.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED