Service Manager

Bridgestone Americas • Columbus, NE

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About The Position

Manage all vehicle services, equipment, service associates and service instruction to increase capacity utilization through efficient/effective processing of tire and service demand. ___ Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements. ___

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of automotive technical experience with 2 years of engine performance/driveability experience.
• - Problem solving as it relates to customer complaints
• - Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles
• - Must have completed all of the current and required BSRO store education courses & modules required for this position
• ASE Certified in (A4) Suspension & Steering, (A5) Brakes, (A6) Electrical/Electronics Systems, (A7) Heating & Air Conditioning, (A8) Engine Performance.
• Capacity to lead and coach others
• - Teammate and customer/communication skills
• - Ability to recruit and select technicians and general service teammates successfully according to store requirements
• Must have completed all of the current and required BSRO store education courses & modules required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• 2-year degree or non-traditional education through training program completion, certification, or other exhibiting the growth mindset that is needed in this candidate

Responsibilities

• Manages Overall Automobile Service Operations (~30% of time)
• Manages all automotive service functions by overseeing continuous flow production through the proper implementation of the Integrated Store Operating System.
• Manages parts inventory and outside purchases, including assisting in maintaining stock inventory levels to minimize outside purchases.
• Manages the return of unused parts to vendors, including following up on credits, invoicing, etc.
• Reviews shop area, equipment and teammates for compliance with company safety procedure.
• Is familiar with basic OSHA laws.
• Is responsible for control of store assets in service department area.
• Is responsible for shop safety including, but not limited to, use of and maintenance of safety equipment, i.e. glasses, eye wash stations, first aid kits, etc.
• Oversees the Customer Service Delivery System (CSDS) and Quality Assurance Program in the Service Department.
• Maintains ultimate performance standards and holds vehicle service teammates accountable through performance appraisals.
• Assists technicians in sophisticated diagnostics as needed.
• Manages all automotive service functions.
• Visually reviews all service tickets, prices and prioritizes each ticket while coaching associates on technical and sales skills.
• Conducts intermittent reviews of Service Teammate inspection & service quality with a goal of eliminating documentation errors and missed add on sales opportunities.
• The MVS is the last line of defense for inspection quality with a goal of eliminating documentation errors and missed add on sales opportunities.
• Manages People (~30% of the time)
• Directly and indirectly hires service department associates.
• Interviews prospective employees, determining qualifications for open positions and assists Store Manager on final employment decisions.
• Supervises the work of technicians and service personnel, planning and scheduling their duties, assigning special work duties, and following up on completion of assignments.
• Ensures that the service department is staffed at the optimum level of number and quality of teammates.
• Creates a highly motivated team environment/climate.
• Is responsible for vehicle service teammate area organization and professionalism to provide both a positive teammate and customer experience (this includes teammate changing areas, stock room, restroom and break areas).
• Develops technicians at every level. Specifically grows lower-level technicians by putting them with the right person to shadow, teaching processes/procedures and ensuring safety so they can develop into a higher-level technician.
• Responsible for vehicle service teammate development through mentoring, leverage of BSRO education opportunities, assistance in certification attainment and communication of career progression opportunities.
• Establishes performance standards and conducts individual employee performance appraisals.
• Conducts group meetings with associates.
• Customer Service and Sales Activities (~30% of the time)
• Directly handles customers in areas of sales, service, complaints, adjustments, etc., including greeting and handling customers to conclusion in store and over telephone.
• Handles customer complaints and tire adjustments.
• Develops customer loyalty and retention through relationship selling.
• Grows profit through service or tire recommendations as needed by the customer, including alignments, flushes, scheduled maintenance services, etc.
• Keeps current on special event promotions for suggestive selling.
• Meets or exceeds customer’s service expectations.
• Assists BOSS on more complex repair estimates
• Solicits and promotes customer use of CFNA Credit Card as frequently as possible.
• Miscellaneous Functions (~10% of the time)
• Opens and/or closes the store as required and directed, which includes cash control and asset protection.
• Attends all store, area, and special meetings as required by store or area management.
• As needed, helps to unload merchandise shipments, changes and balances tires in the service department, constructs store displays, and performs other duties that are necessary to meet customer relationship requirements.
• Practices courtesy, honesty, and good judgment with all customers and store teammates.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by store or area manager.

Benefits

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees