Service Manager

LSH Auto; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Mercedes training

Rewards scheme

Car purchase scheme

Eye care

Life Assurance

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing support

Company pension

Learning and development

Job summary

LSH Auto in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Service Manager to lead and optimise the service department, ensuring smooth operations and outstanding customer satisfaction. You will manage technicians and advisors, implement efficient processes, and collaborate with other teams to hit business targets. The role requires setting schedules, analysing performance data, and driving continuous improvement.

Hours - 45. Salary is competitive plus OTE bonus plus Company Car or Car Allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading automotive service operations.
• Strong leadership so ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of service delivery and customer service best practices.
• Experience using service management software and data analysis tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Financial understanding to manage budgets and service profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the service team including technicians and advisors to achieve performance targets.
• Implement and monitor service processes to improve efficiency and customer experience.
• Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow within the service department.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Analyse service department performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Support the development and training of team members.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve overall business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive service operations

Team management

Customer service

Process improvement

Data analysis

Budgeting

Communication

Scheduling

Problem solving

Valid driver's licence

Tools

Service management software

Job description

LSH Auto is searching for a dedicated Service Manager to lead and optimise our service department. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless service operations while maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

You will oversee daily workflows, manage the service team, and work closely with other departments to meet and exceed business objectives.

Hours - 45

Salary - Competitive plus OTE bonus plus Company Car or Car Allowance

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the service team including technicians and advisors to achieve performance targets.
• Implement and monitor service processes to improve efficiency and customer experience.
• Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow within the service department.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Analyse service department performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Support the development and training of team members.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve overall business goals.

We are looking for candidates who possess:

• Proven experience in managing service operations within the automotive industry.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of service delivery and customer service best practices.
• Experience using service management software and data analysis tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Financial understanding to manage budgets and service profitability.
• Valid driver's licence.

Benefits Include:

• Colleague Referral Scheme (£500 - £1000)
• A range of Mercedes Benz training and leadership programmes
• Platinum Plus Rewards Scheme
• Colleague Car Purchase Scheme
• Eye care Vouchers
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 38 days with length of service
• Wellbeing Support
• Company Pension
• Committed to continuous fully funded Learning and Development