Reconditioning Manager

BMW of Minnetonka; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

BMW of Minnetonka is seeking an experienced Automotive Recon Manager to lead a high-volume reconditioning operation onsite at the dealership. You will manage around 250 internal work items, dispatch technicians, remove roadblocks, and ensure vehicles move from recon to frontline-ready in a timely fashion.

The role reports to the Service Manager and requires a collaborative, team-first leadership style with the ability to adapt to inventory needs and priorities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in automotive service, reconditioning, dispatch, or shop operations.
• 1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience dispatching work and coordinating technicians.
• Experience with repair orders, shop workflow, and vehicle reconditioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily workflow for a high-volume recon operation (≈250 items).
• Dispatch repair orders based on technician skill, workload, and priorities.
• Partner with technicians to remove roadblocks and keep work moving.
• Track parts, vendor work, and delays; communicate status to leadership.
• Drive productivity, accountability, and a team-first shop environment.

Skills

Leadership

Dispatch

Operations

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:L0807 BMW of MinnetonkaBMW of MinnetonkaPay: $70,000-$100,000Schedule: Monday–Friday, with some Saturdays based on needs; closed SundaysWhy Join Us?BMW of Minnetonka is hiring an experienced Automotive Recon Manager to lead a high-volume operation supporting approximately 250 internal work items. You'll dispatch technicians, manage workflow, remove roadblocks, and keep vehicles moving from recon to frontline-ready. The Recon Manage will report to the Service Manager and is an onsite position at the Dealership.What You'll DoLead daily workflow for a high-volume recon operation supporting approximately 250 internal work itemsDispatch repair orders based on technician skill, workload, and prioritiesPartner with technicians to remove roadblocks and keep work movingManage vehicles from inspection and repair approval through frontline readinessAdjust workflow based on inventory needs, technician capacity, parts, and prioritiesCreate, estimate, manage internal repair orderPartner with Used Cars, Service, Parts, and Detail to keep recon movingTrack parts, vendor work, additional repairs, and potential delaysCommunicate vehicle status, priorities, and delays to dealership leadershipMaintain quality standards throughout the reconditioning processDrive technician productivity, accountability, and a team-first shop environmentIdentify bottlenecks and improve overall recon speed and efficiencyWhat You'll Bring2+ years of automotive service, reconditioning, dispatch, or shop operations experience1+ year of leadership or supervisory experienceExperience dispatching work and coordinating techniciansManage a high volume of internal workExperience with repair orders, shop workflow, and vehicle reconditioning processesTeam-first leadership style and across departmentsValid driver's license and acceptable driving recordTotal RewardsThis is a performance driven position, eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which includes $70,000-$100,000Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.About UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.