Lot Operations Specialist II (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Enterprises in Manheim, PA is seeking a Vehicle Movement Coordinator to organize the flow of vehicles through the sales lane and the block area. This role oversees drivers and support staff to promote a smooth, safe auction process, with emphasis on staging and labeling of vehicles for efficient transport.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety standards, daily decision making based on dashboard data, and alignment with Cox/Manheim values.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED with 3 years’ related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Or 5 years’ related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge (e.g., jump-starting vehicles, tires, fuel).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and organize vehicle placement within the designated zone or move area.
• Use Supervisor and Lot Ops dashboards to inform move decisions.
• Pursue continuous safety and efficiency improvements in vehicle movement.
• Move and stage vehicles safely to proper destinations.
• Confirm all vehicles operate safely and engage service/towing when needed.
• Label vehicles with sale and routing labels to streamline transport.
• Communicate with crew leaders and managers about inventory status and priorities.
• Model Cox/Manheim values and ensure respectful treatment of all employees.
• Follow all company policies and safety/health procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned; overtime may be required.

Skills

Safe driving

Driver’s license

Basic mechanical knowledge

Attention to safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree/certification beyond HS

Job description

Coordinates the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction. Makes and oversees the assignments of drivers, jump start/battery operators and push truck operators in promoting a smooth flow of traffic through the auctioning process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain the placement of vehicles within the designated zone or move area to the defined standard established by lot operations leadership
• Daily, utilize information from the Supervisor and Lot Ops dashboards to make the move decisions to stage their assigned zone area
• Responsible for continuous improvement efforts relating to safety and efficient movement of vehicles in and out of their assigned zone area
• Move vehicles and stage them in a safe arrangement to their proper work destinations to eliminate multiple drop off points and less than full loads
• Confirm that all vehicles can operate safely, and engage service and towing teams when inoperable vehicles are found
• Label vehicles with sale and routing labels to maintain accurate movements and eliminate the need for crew leaders to print and label staged units before transport
• Communicate with crew leaders and managers regarding the status of inventory levels within the defined move area and make the decision of what is priority
• Set an example in behavior by championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect
• Implement all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct
• Be a visible representation of Manheim’s safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures, and modeling the behaviors related to these directives
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate

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 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.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying (i.e., flat tires, low gas, jump-starting vehicles.)

Preferred:

• 6 months of auction or driving experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout preferred.
• Knowledge of LDM preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear, vision abilities required to include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Must be able to walk long distances.

Work Environment:

• Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level (100% outdoors)

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm