Vendor Relations Field Supervisor

AAA • Keene, NH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

AAA of Northern New England has an immediate opening for an Automotive Services Field Supervisor! This position provides field management support to our Independent Contractors to the Emergency Road Service (ERS) department. Through the employment of relationship-building techniques, effective communication, coaching, tutoring, and mentoring of business practices. A successful Contract Station Relations Supervisor ensures a stable delivery of providing “Totally Satisfied” roadside assistance to AAA members and customers. Coordinate and provide guidance and motivation to service providers on matters relating to the attainment of performance thresholds, business practices, driver training and conduct, and all other operational issues that may arise. Supervise activities of independent contract stations within the assigned field office territory through regular and frequent station visitations. Inspect and evaluate station locations, verifying that facilities, equipment, and drivers’ appearance comply with Club policies. Investigate, document, and resolve member and customer service issues as required. Ensure consistent availability of station coverage via ongoing assessment of coverage needs review of new station. Prepare proposals recommending expansion or reduction of station call volumes as needed. Network with Receiving and Dispatch management and staff on matters relating to dispatch procedures and resolution of member and provider concerns.

Requirements

• ERS, CSR, or related sales management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the towing industry and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Prior experience developing recommendations and proposals, as well as successful negotiations and complaint resolution required.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills required, including excellent presentation skills.
• Prior experience in the preparation and analysis of financial reports, development of cost-benefit models, and understanding of financial spreadsheets and profit and loss statements.
• General management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office software products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Valid Driver's License
• Acceptable Department of Motor Vehicles record and Proof of Automotive Insurance required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing large external vendor relationships, including management of work teams, is desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the towing industry and mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of independent contract stations within the assigned field office territory through regular and frequent station visitations.
• Inspect and evaluate station locations, verifying that facilities, equipment, and drivers’ appearance comply with Club policies.
• Investigate, document, and resolve member and customer service issues as required.
• Ensure consistent availability of station coverage via ongoing assessment of coverage needs review of new station.
• Prepare proposals recommending expansion or reduction of station call volumes as needed.
• Network with Receiving and Dispatch management and staff on matters relating to dispatch procedures and resolution of member and provider concerns.

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)
• Company Car Provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed