Recon Accounts Specialist I, Manheim Phoenix

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Voting leave

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive USA is seeking an Account Operations Specialist I to support vehicle reconditioning operations and ensure excellent client experiences. You will collaborate with auction teams and client partners, handling routine service duties with accuracy and care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, proficiency with Microsoft Office, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. A valid driver’s license is also requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years' experience in a related field (vehicle reconditioning, auto body knowledge, auction experience).
• Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, self-starter, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
• Monitors vehicle reconditioning processes and supports client team.
• Estimate body repairs on various vehicles.
• Coordinate reconditioning services and conduct condition report/audits to reduce costs.
• Develops understanding of auction services concepts and vehicle inspection processes.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel).
• Follow safety procedures and participate in Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Account Operations Specialist I Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $18.17 - $27.31/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.

Are you passionate about customer service, vehicle quality, and delivering an exceptional client experience? We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused professional to support vehicle reconditioning operations while partnering closely with clients and internal auction teams.

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service skills to ensure client satisfaction.
• Performs basic client services duties such as monitoring vehicle reconditioning processes, supporting client team.
• Be able to estimate body repairs on all kinds of different types of vehicles.
• With assistance from more senior peers and multiple auction departments, recommending and coordinating reconditioning services, and conducting condition report and imaging audits to reduce the risk of policy loss and goodwill expenses
• Develops a foundational understanding of auction services concepts and methodologies including but not limited to condition report data and the vehicle inspection process.
• Basic knowledge of computers software including Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and other internal business technology platforms.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such.
• Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years' experience in a related field (vehicle reconditioning, auto body knowledge, auction experience). Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, self-starter, and time management. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• Preferred: Prior experience in vehicle reconditioning and/or general auto body knowledge. Auction experience. Ability to operate vehicles with standard and automatic transmission is preferred. Reconditioning inspection preferred

Work Environment

Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level. 85% outdoors / 15% indoors (admin duties)

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

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.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future. Cox brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.