Lead Lot Operations Specialist (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Public holidays

Bereavement leave

Voting time off

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. seeks a Lot Operations Supervisor to oversee daily activities of lot personnel and manage the check-in, staging, and movement of vehicles for auctions.

The role requires directing drivers, ensuring orderly lot operations, and maintaining equipment. Strong communication and leadership are essential, along with a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate vehicles with standard or automatic transmission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with several years in a supervisory role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Safety-conscious with valid driver's license and vehicle operation ability.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operation of the vehicle check-in area and coordinate drivers.
• Coordinate movement of vehicles from check-in to sale staging for efficiency.
• Ensure incoming vehicles are received, stocked, numbered and parked correctly.
• Provide quality service and interact with customers to resolve problems.
• Complete paperwork and reports on lot activities and accounts.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Vehicle operations

Communication skills

Driver license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Related discipline degree/cert

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a - 5p; Must be available for weekend rotations

This position supervises and directs the daily activities of the lot personnel and the lot operations function for the Auction and ensures the efficient, orderly and proper check-in, staging and moving of vehicles on the lot and through the production points.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operation of the vehicle check-in area by leading and coordinating the activities and the workflow of the drivers.
• Ensure efficient lot operation by coordinating the movement of vehicles from check-in to the sale staging.
• Oversee and ensure that incoming vehicles are received, stocked-in, numerated and parked in the proper areas.
• Provide quality service and interact with customers to resolve any problems that may occur.
• Complete paperwork and reports outlining the sales lot activities, including accounts receivable, lot maps, no sales reports, etc.
• Inspect and maintain lot operations equipment and ensure that it is functional and in good working condition.
• Supervise and direct the work of lot operations employees by determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, expediting the workflow, assigning duties and monitoring work for accuracy and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Assist Supervisor in counseling and disciplining employees as necessary. Under the direction of the Supervisor, plan, monitor and evaluate employee job performance, and assist manager in conducting performance appraisals
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED and 7 years' experience. OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 5 years' experience; OR 9 years' experience in a related field.
• Strong communication and interaction skills required.
• Competent supervisory and excellent organizational skills required.
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.

Preferred

• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations preferred.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Medium strength. Ability to lift 1-30 pounds (light hand tools, etc.) Manual dexterity, repetitive motion tasks.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts hazard, electrical shock hazard and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Moderate noise level. Frequent exposure to outdoor weather.

USD 24.23 - 36.35 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $24.23 - $36.35/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.

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.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets