Zone Admin (Manheim)

Cox Communications, Inc.; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive seeks a diligent vehicle movement associate in New Jersey to organize and stage vehicles within the designated zone, using dashboards to guide decisions and ensure safe, efficient movement. You will implement company safety policies and coordinate with crew leaders to prioritize inventory flow.

Responsibilities include labeling, communicating status, and adhering to Cox Automotive safety directives while performing overtime as needed. Prior experience with lot operations is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver's license and ability to drive vehicles with both standard and automatic transmissions.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 15 pounds, and work in outdoor conditions.
• Experience in vehicle movement, staging, and safe handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain vehicle placement within the designated zone per lot operations leadership standards.
• Use daily dashboards to make move decisions for the assigned zone.
• Contribute to safety and efficiency improvements in vehicle movement within the zone area.

Skills

Driver's license

Vehicle operation (standard/automatic)

Mechanical knowledge

Safety-conscious

Education

HS diploma/GED + 3 years related experience

Alternative: higher degree/cert in related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain the placement of vehicles within the designated zone or move area to the defined standard established by lot operations leadership.
• Utilize information daily from the Supervisor and Lot Ops dashboards to make move decisions related to their assigned zone area.
• Responsible for continuous improvement efforts relating to safety and efficient movement of vehicles in and out of their assigned zone area.
• Move and stage vehicles in a safe arrangement and segment into proper work destinations to eliminate multiple drop off points and less than full loads.
• Confirm that all vehicles can operate safely and engage service and towing teams when inoperable vehicles are found.
• Label vehicles with sale and routing labels to maintain accurate movements and eliminate the need for crew leaders to print and label staged units before transport.
• Communicate with crew leaders and managers regarding the status of inventory levels within the defined move area and prioritize as necessary.
• Set an example in behavior by championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect.
• Implement all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct.
• Be a visible representation of Manheim’s safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures, and modeling the behaviors related to these directives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
• OR 5 years’ experience in a related field
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying (i.e., flat tires, low gas, jump-starting vehicles.)

Preferred

• 6 months of auction or driving experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout preferred.
• Knowledge of LDM preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear, vision abilities required to include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Must be able to walk long distances.

Work Environment

• Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.

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.

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.17 - $27.21/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.

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.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets