Collision General Manager

Boyd Group Services; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Up to 80 hours annually

Parental leave for eligible employees

Holiday pay

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & V

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company/em

Employer Paid Short-Term Disability &

Continuing Education Opportunities

Uniform stipend

Job summary

The Boyd Group is seeking a skilled Auto Body Shop Manager to lead the collision center's daily operations and deliver exceptional customer experience. This role emphasizes coaching team members, maintaining high professional standards, and driving KPIs while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The manager will oversee budgets, staffing, throughput, and quality control, collaborating with leadership to meet insurance metrics and customer satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a collision repair environment or similar role.
• Post-Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Ability to motivate others using coaching and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure WOW plan is consistently executed.
• Prepare and manage the annual and monthly operating budget of the collision center.
• Forecast, target and track monthly sales, profit and expense objectives.
• Deliver formal annual performance reviews and informal monthly performance reviews.
• Monitor and maintain all A/P and A/R relating to the Collision Center.
• Maintain a clean and organized repair facility at all times.
• Monitor all maintenance required for all shop equipment, including the paint booth
• Provide training for all staff as necessary
• Ensure all staff wear proper safety gear and adhere to dress code.
• Open and close the facility daily as per established procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate daily production meetings/walks to confirm through-put and delivery dates
• Manage all estimates to ensure labor mix is within established standards. Manage store capacity.
• Lead and manage all repair facility personnel.
• Facilitate monthly Health & Safety and staff meetings .Attend monthly managers meetings.
• Attend training, information sessions and workshops recommended by Senior Leadership Team.
• Store CSI performance review and follow up within 24 hours.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Coaching/Management

Education

Post-Secondary Education or equivalent

Job description

Company: The Boyd Group

Great Teams Don’t Happen by _ Accident _

Built with Intent. Driven by YOU.

At the Boyd Group, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive environment you need to Be the Best and outperform at every touchpoint in collision and glass services. As we continue to grow and lead the industry, we ensure you have the resources and the team behind you to move your career forward.

Our Commitment:

The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics. We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our “Greater Team” exceptional. Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Job Description:

The General Manager’s primary responsibility and accountability includes providing an exceptional and successful customer experience while leading and maintaining the day-to-day operation of the Store in compliance with established policies and procedures. The General Manager plans and implements the daily operations of the Collision Center to ensure that overall KPI’s and insurance metrics are met. They are responsible to coach and empower each team member’s performance and success in their individual roles. The General Manager will promote and maintain the highest quality standards of professionalism in serving all customers, and the General Manager plays a pivotal role in the success of the customer’s experience by ensuring they are working in alignment with all team members. General Managers are committed to leading by example at all times.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Prepare and manage the annual and monthly operating budget of the collision center.
• Forecast, target and track monthly sales, profit and expense objectives.
• Deliver formal annual performance reviews and informal monthly performance reviews.
• Monitor and maintain all A/P and A/R relating to the Collision Center.
• Maintain a clean and organized repair facility at all times.
• Monitor all maintenance required for all shop equipment, including the paint booth
• Provide training for all staff as necessary
• Ensure all staff wear proper safety gear and adhere to dress code.
• Open and close the facility daily as per established procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate daily production meetings/walks to confirm through-put and delivery dates
• Manage all estimates to ensure labor mix is within established standards. Manage store capacity.
• Lead and manage all repair facility personnel.
• Facilitate monthly Health & Safety and staff meetings .Attend monthly managers meetings.
• Attend training, information sessions and workshops recommended by Senior Leadership Team.
• Store CSI performance review and follow up within 24 hours.

Education and/or Experience Required

• Post-Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in a collision repair environment or similar role.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a successful client experience
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate others utilizing effective coaching tools and management skills.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

AI Disclosure Statement:
At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Compensation Details

$70,000 - $97,000 / Year

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.

Supplemental Pay:

This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.

Benefits That Drive Your Success
Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off Annually
• 2 weeks of paid parental leave for Full Time employees who work a minimum of 30 hour per week
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free prescription or non prescription safety glasses each year
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend

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Titles: Auto Body Shop Manager - Collision Manager - Body Shop Manager