Account Operations Specialist II (Manheim)

Cox; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Benefits package

Job summary

Cox Automotive - USA is hiring for an Account Operations Specialist II in Tolleson, AZ. This on-site role requires handling client issues across accounts, coordinating with auction teams, and ensuring timely reconditioning and documentation.

From the description, responsibilities include customer service excellence, condition reports, and upselling Cox/CAI products, with a Day shift and no remote option. Knowledge of MS Office and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required with 3 years’ related field experience or 5 years’ related field experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to meet physical and mental demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Resolve client issues for accounts with varying complexity in coordination with auction teams and stakeholders.
• Provide exceptional customer service addressing inquiries about vehicle condition and discrepancies.
• Coordinate sale vehicle run processes and communicate with auction departments for inventory movement and timely reconditioning.
• Estimate reconditioning needs, approve services, and conduct condition reports and imaging audits to manage costs and risk.
• Educate clients on auction processes and upsell Cox/CAI products as appropriate.
• Prioritize tasks and maintain professional client relationships while meeting deadlines.
• Coordinate redemptions and ensure proper documentation while following PI I policies and delivering service.
• Adhere to Cox standards for reconditioning quality and safety.
• Understand NAAA guidelines for vehicle announcements and branding.
• Proficiency with MS Office and internal Cox platforms.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

5 years’ experience in related field

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Account Operations 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 $20.10 - $30.10/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:

• Primary point of contact for resolving client issues for accounts ranging from simple to more complex, broad scope accounts, collaborating with auction teams, and various stakeholders.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns related to vehicle condition and/or discrepancies, fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinates sale vehicle run processes. Maintains direct communication with other auction departments to ensure appropriate movement and organization of client inventory and timely completion of reconditioning services.
• Builds positive relationships with assigned clients, examines vehicles in the sales lineup to ensure standards and quality, completes estimates for reconditioning services to improve vehicle value, coordinates and approves reconditioning services, and conducts condition reports and imaging audits to reduce the risk of policy loss and goodwill expenses.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of condition report data and vehicle inspection process to identify previous paint, auto body repairs, frame damage, PDR, etc.
• Educates and acts as liaison for clients on auction processes and recommends and or upsells Manheim/CAI products and services based on client needs.
• Demonstrates effective prioritization skills, professionalism in client relationships, and assists in resolving client issues promptly and professionally.
• May be responsible for efficiently coordinating redemptions, ensuring proper documentation, complying with all PII policies and procedures, all while delivering exceptional customer service, and resolving any issues with professionalism.
• Maintain strict adherence to Cox standards and guidelines regarding reconditioning services, ensuring consistent quality, and accuracy per client SLA guidelines.
• Proficient knowledge of NAAA guidelines to ensure proper placement of vehicle announcements and or brands.
• Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office applications and other internal business platforms.
• Coordinates sale vehicle run processes. Maintains direct communication with other auction departments to ensure appropriate movement and organization of client inventory and timely completion of reconditioning services.
• Builds positive relationships with assigned clients, examines vehicles in the sales lineup to ensure standards and quality, completes estimates for reconditioning services to improve vehicle value, coordinates and approves reconditioning services, and conducts condition reports and imaging audits to reduce the risk of policy loss and goodwill expenses.
• 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.
• Primary point of contact for resolving client issues for accounts ranging from simple to more complex, broad scope accounts, collaborating with auction teams, and various stakeholders.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns related to vehicle condition and/or discrepancies, fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

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 of degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; OR 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements.

Preferred:

• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of condition report data and vehicle inspection process to identify previous paint, auto body repairs, frame damage, PDR, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written skills preferred.
• Ability to operate vehicles with standard and automatic transmission is preferred.
• Prior experience in vehicle reconditioning and/or general auto body knowledge preferred.

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.

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, and parental 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.

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.