Automotive Lot Operations Manager

Walser Automotive Group; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Fertility & Adoption Assistance

Health Benefits

Life Insurance & 401(k)

Employee Discounts

Employee Resource Groups

Community Involvement

EAP

Referral Program

Job summary

Walser Automotive Group, a family-owned dealer with 29 dealerships across Minnesota, Kansas, and Illinois, is seeking a hands-on leader to supervise staff and uphold service processes in our dealership network. Join a culture that values people, growth, and community impact.

The role covers lot maintenance, vehicle inspections, process governance, staff coaching, and performance management, with emphasis on safety and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment.
• Work well as a member of a team.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the dealership lot
• Inspect new vehicles that come on transport truck for damage- report transport/lot damage and arrange for repair
• Scan invoices for all new vehicles and maintain on file
• Process Dealer Trade paperwork
• Data entry of vehicles into DMS
• Enter price changes
• Audit sales and RDR’s
• Make packets and assign stock numbers for incoming vehicles
• Train and manage staff in company policies and ensure adherence to all company policies
• Motivate, counsel and monitor the performance of all department staff conducting disciplinary action or PIP’s as needed and administer annual performance evaluations for staff with thoughtful feedback
• Appraise staff productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status
• Ensure staff completes all required job duties in an accurate and timely manner
• Complete employee terminations based on policy violations with HR approval
• Manage all staff pay rates and hours worked, schedules, time off, and other administrative duties
• Coordinate with the Recruiting Department to interview and hire department staff
• Ensure that any employee relations issues or concerns are addressed and escalated to HR when necessary
• Monitor and assist in the implementation of company initiatives and legal compliance measures and ensure the communication of company news on a regular basis
• Ensure Walser service processes and scripts are followed by employees
• Support the career and professional development of staff
• Lead by example and be an advocate for staff
• Must wear safety eyewear at all times when in dealership service departments
• All other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned
• Uphold Walser’s Core Values: Do The Right Thing, Lead By Example, Display Positive Energy, Be Open Minded

Skills

Teamwork

Valid driver's license

Job description

Walser Automotive Group, a family-owned dealer with 29 dealerships across Minnesota, Kansas, and Illinois, is seeking a hands-on leader to supervise staff and uphold service processes in our dealership network. Join a culture that values people, growth, and community impact.

The role covers lot maintenance, vehicle inspections, process governance, staff coaching, and performance management, with emphasis on safety and policy adherence.