Automotive Reconditioning Manager: Lead Quality & Team Growth

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Leadership development programs

Casual dress code

Job summary

EchoPark Automotive in Thornton, CO is seeking an Automotive Reconditioning Manager to lead our reconditioning team and ensure vehicles meet quality and time standards. You will coach teammates, manage internal and sublet repairs, and drive profitability and brand integrity.

You will monitor productivity, coordinate with buyer and retail teams, and uphold safety and regulatory requirements while building a high-performing, customer-focused operation that supports EchoPark’s growth strategy.

Qualifications

• Automotive Reconditioning or Service Management experience required.
• Solid knowledge of vehicle mechanical operations.
• Strong computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, data entry, and inventory systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily productivity reports and payroll records.
• Ensure high-quality reconditioning standards and conduct spot checks for quality.
• Coordinate reconditioning phase with buyer and retail teams.
• Manage sublet vendor relationships ensuring on-time delivery at negotiated rates.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations affecting service operations (e.g., hazardous waste disposal, OSHA).
• Forecast goals and lead the department to meet them as a team.
• Ensure annual training and development goals are met for all team members.
• Foster innovation and celebrate team successes.

Skills

Automotive Reconditioning

Service Management

Mechanical knowledge

Spreadsheet skills

Data entry systems

Inventory software

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Decision making

Job description

EchoPark Automotive in Thornton, CO is seeking an Automotive Reconditioning Manager to lead our reconditioning team and ensure vehicles meet quality and time standards. You will coach teammates, manage internal and sublet repairs, and drive profitability and brand integrity.

You will monitor productivity, coordinate with buyer and retail teams, and uphold safety and regulatory requirements while building a high-performing, customer-focused operation that supports EchoPark’s growth strategy.