Vehicle Operations Support Specialist II (Manheim)

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Vehicle Operations Support Specialist II Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $15.87 - $23.75/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Job Description Job Responsibilities: * Manage account relationships, maintain effective communications, and ensure customer requirements are met. * Work with commercial clients to relay information regarding the condition of their car and obtain required approvals to move forward with reconditioning and repairs. * Coordinate work to be performed with the mechanic shop to ensure timely repairs and relay back to client the progress. * Review and update condition report; approve and audit vehicle repair report. * Walk vehicles with/for account representative and make recommendations for reconditioning to increase vehicle value. * Respond to customer inquiries relating to vehicles. * Provide quality service and assist in resolving problems. * Communicate with Lot Operations and Recon departments to ensure appropriate movement of vehicles to the shops and ensure timely completion of reconditioning. * In coordination with account representative, account administrator, and account-specific procedures prepare sale vehicle run process including run order, scheduling, notice to customer account, etc. * Work with commercial clients and key vendors to order and account for keys * Work with lot operations and quadrant coordinators to ensure appropriate scanning and organization of account vehicles. * Review vehicles in sale line up, locate missing vehicles, and work with account representative to ensure vehicles are ready for sale. * Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. * Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: Minimum: * High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field. * OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; * OR 5 years' experience in a related field. * Basic computer skills required. Preferred: * Previous Auction and/or driving experience required. * Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission. * Ability to provide good customer service and multi-task. * Knowledge with mechanical repairs and condition report writing preferred. Physical Requirements: * Constantly required to enter and exit vehicles. * Ability to walk long distances. * Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear. * Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb, and sit for periods of time. Ability to lift 1-30 pounds. * Vision abilities required include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: * Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. * Moderate noise level. Disclaimer: The posting is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited. Benefits Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Created: 2024-10-22