Vehicle Reconditioning Center Manager

Carvana; Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carvana in Virginia is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to lead a team within a Carvana Inspection Center. You will oversee daily operations, mentor leads and associates, and drive lean manufacturing improvements to meet quality, production, and cost goals.

This role emphasizes safety, standardization, and staff development, with responsibility for capacity planning, adherence to standards, and fostering Carvana values in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in automotive or lean manufacturing.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience leading and developing associates.
• Proven ability to deliver projects and meet company metrics.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high volume and quality requirements.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with teams to achieve results.
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime and on weekends.
• Able to walk up to three miles daily.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds; safety gear may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
• Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through coaching and training.
• Participate in development and execution of strategic plans aligned with the company.
• Ensure adherence to operating standards, policies, and performance standards.
• Create a work environment that supports communication, teamwork and Carvana values.
• Maintain supervisory staff by recruiting, orienting, and training employees.
• Ensure progression path training and certification processes are consistently executed.
• Train and mentor leads and associates with competency-based feedback.
• Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with planning.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and loss prevention guidelines.
• Provide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team to meet metrics.
• Reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives.
• Lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

People development

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Carvana in Virginia is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to lead a team within a Carvana Inspection Center. You will oversee daily operations, mentor leads and associates, and drive lean manufacturing improvements to meet quality, production, and cost goals.

This role emphasizes safety, standardization, and staff development, with responsibility for capacity planning, adherence to standards, and fostering Carvana values in a fast-paced environment.