Senior Lot Operations Lead for Auto Auctions

Cox Automotive Inc.; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness time off (up to 160 hours)

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. in the United States is seeking a Lot Operations Supervisor to oversee daily lot activities, manage check-in and sale-lane flows, and ensure efficient vehicle staging for sales events.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, experience in automotive/auction environments, and excellent communication. You will coordinate with multiple departments, monitor safety, and drive performance against KPIs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years in a related field or equivalent.
• 1+ year of management, supervisory, or lead role.
• Minimum of 3 years lot operations experience.
• Experience in automobile industry or Auction business preferred.
• Strong communication and interaction skills.
• Competent supervisory and organizational skills.
• Good computer and software knowledge.
• Safe drivers with valid license; ability to drive manual/automatic vehicles.
• Regularly stand, walk, and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lot operations daily to ensure efficient operations before and after sale.
• Supervise vehicle check-in area, lane workflow, and check-in personnel.
• Coordinate movement of vehicles from check-in to sale lanes and proper parking areas.
• Provide quality service and resolve customer problems.
• Inspect and maintain lot operations equipment and ensure it is functional.
• Monitor lot damage and work with Operations Manager to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with Reconditioning, Check-in, Factory, and Fleet/Lease departments to schedule vehicles for sale.
• Lead lot operations staff by setting procedures, schedules, and workload.
• Assist manager in counseling and evaluating employee performance and safety.
• Adhere to safety procedures and support Safety Excellence initiatives.
• Review volumes and staffing to ensure efficiency and KPI targets.
• Lead by example and enforce company policies and respectful conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Management experience

Lot operations

Automotive industry knowledge

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree

PhD (related field)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cox Automotive Inc. in the United States is seeking a Lot Operations Supervisor to oversee daily lot activities, manage check-in and sale-lane flows, and ensure efficient vehicle staging for sales events.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, experience in automotive/auction environments, and excellent communication. You will coordinate with multiple departments, monitor safety, and drive performance against KPIs.