Service Manager

Bish's Group; Eldridge, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401K matching

Company-paid life insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Bish’s RV is seeking a Service Manager to lead and grow the service department in a high-volume RV dealership environment. You will coach technicians, service advisors, and support staff, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

The role demands strategic planning and hands-on leadership to meet short- and long-term targets. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience, a track record of profitability through labor optimization, and a commitment to high standards of

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience leading service departments in high-volume settings.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to analyze KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with vendor relationships and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team to revolutionize RV service processes.
• Develop strategic staffing plans based on seasonality.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust strategies to meet goals.
• Maximize capacity and productivity across the shop.
• Foster growth, learning, and innovation within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team building

KPIs & analytics

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP/Service management software

Job description

Bish's RV Davenport
2000 E Leclaire Rd
Eldridge, IA 52748, USA

Description

The Service Manager will be responsible for leading and growing the service department through continuous improvement and innovation to support Bish’s RV’s goal of transforming the RV Service industry. Their main objectives will be to coach, mentor, and build a high-performance service team designed to meet and exceed short- and long-term goals.

Key Objectives

• Maintain a consistentlyhigh levelof customer satisfaction in the Service Department
• Drive profitability through increased sales, gross profit, P&L management, and labor cost control
• Build andmaintaina high performing team of Technicians, Service Advisors, Porters, and Detailers
• Foster a culture that promotes employee development and retention
• Ensure strong working relationships with external vendors
• Meet or exceed monthly budget projections
• Maintain a safe and functional working environment

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross functional team that aligns with revolutionizing the RV Service Process
• Develop and manage a strategic plan for controlling staffing levels based on seasonality
• Monitor and analyze KPIs to measure success and adjust strategies as needed
• Develop and implement strategies for maximizing capacity and productivity
• Foster an environment where learning, growth, and innovation is at the forefront

Competencies and Skills

• Experience managing a high-volume Service Center in the RV, automotive, marine, or power sports industry is strongly preferred
• Proven success in ever-changing environments
• Strong ability to take ownership with a vision that aligns with the organization
• Proven success in leading action planning and goal achievement
• Ability to manage complex and multi-layer situations with positive outcomes
• Excellent leadership and project management skills
• Experience with rebranding initiatives and managing ongoing brand growth.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with different teams across the organization
• A college degree in a relevant field is a plus for this role
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company’s Vision, Mission, and Value in all interactions with customers and co-workers

Expected Results

• Achievement of service KPIs and goals
• Increased customer satisfaction results
• Track Record of Controlling labor cost and policy expense
• Year-over-year improvement in RECT
• Year-over-year increase in shop productivity
• Increase Technician skillset levels
• Year-over-year increase in external service sales
• Minimized employee and customer incidents

Resources

• A dedicated budget for the service department
• Access toa cross-functional regional support
• eLearning and management resource center
• Mentorship from senior service managers

Who we are

Bish’s RV is one of the largest family-owned RV dealers in the country. Weare dedicated to providingquality products and services that exceed the expectations of our customers and creating an atmosphere where our customers can enjoy a positive experience as friendsofour family business.

Our company is currently experiencing record growth with more expansion on the way. The opportunities to grow within our organization areoutstandingand our dedication to each employee’s success is unparalleled.

We are looking for top performers who sethigh expectationsfor themselves and are willing to put inthe timeand effort to achieve them. We are a goal-driven company with a high-performance culture and believe in setting ourselves apart by being “Different with a Purpose.” Our culture is built upon the foundation of our core values: We are Genuine, Fun, and Driven by Results.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and other supplemental coverages
• 401K matching
• Company-paid life insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• RV Borrowing Program
• Incredible Team Culture

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Bish’s RV honors our military service members, veterans, and their family members by being a military friendly workplace. Many of the positions within our organization are transferable frompreviousmilitary occupations.

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