Manager, Service Center

Sport Truck Usa, Inc.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading performance products manufacturer in South Africa is seeking a Service Center Manager to oversee daily operations of the Service Department. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to ensure the best service experiences for customers. Candidates should have over 5 years of management experience in a mechanical service environment and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The company offers competitive wages and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Health Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Savings Accounts

Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in a mechanical service environment.
• Experience leading and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily operations of the Service Department.
• Ensure best in class services and experiences for customers.
• Monitor productivity goals and provide weekly reports.

Skills

Leadership

Organization skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical understanding

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in mechanical related field

Tools

Oracle ERP system

Job description

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What We Do

• FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide.

Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side‑by‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks.

Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network.

Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts.

But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary

Responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing the day‑to‑day operation of the Service Department, which supports Fox Factory bicycle suspension and Race Face / Eason components. Leading a team of Suspension Technicians and Technical Customer Service Representatives, the Service Manager, will ensure the team delivers best in class services and experiences to our customers.

Position Responsibilities

• Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members and with the focus on collaboration to enable each individual and the department to succeed
• Provide oversight and direction to team members in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures
• Establish a unified, best‑in‑class Service team by regular coaching, mentoring, and developing team members to help meet individual and departmental goals
• Monitor work schedules including assignments, job rotation, training, coverage for absenteeism, and overtime scheduling
• Adjust staffing levels to ensure department goal of hours of turnaround on services rendered
• Schedule work appropriate for each technician's skill level and ensures assignments are completed accurately and on time
• Work with FOX personnel to communicate and resolve service issues
• Monitor all productivity goals and provide weekly reports
• Achieve established monthly, quarterly, and annual targets
• Work closely with the Demand Planning departments to ensure Service kit levels are available for the technicians to perform their daily duties
• Maintain transparent communication.
• Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one‑on‑one meetings, and appropriate email, IM, and regular interpersonal communication
• Provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the assistance of Human Resources and next level manager, when necessary
• Be available to attend and participate in company functions and meetings that pertain to Service activities
• Promote and ensure a safe, clean, and effective work environment
• Provide escalation support for Technical Customer Service Representative when dealing with issues that require next level participation in order to reach a resolution
• Thrive in a customer‑driven atmosphere that requires strong customer skills and a “do whatever‑it‑takes” mentality to meet and exceed company and customer expectations

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Experience leading and developing a team or creating department structure and processes
• In‑depth knowledge of the methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in suspension maintenance and repair
• Exceptional organization skills and prior experience with building processes and procedures a definite asset
• Strong written and verbal communicator
• Ability to work effectively with individuals of all levels and across teams
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Technical understanding
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Teams, Excel, Outlook)
• Computer confident : Able to learn and utilize Oracle ERP system and other work‑related applications
• Familiarity with safety protocols

Position Qualifications

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree or diploma in a service / mechanical related field preferred.
• Experience : 5+ years of management experience in a mechanical service environment

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Manufacturing Environment: May lift up to 50 lbs. Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time. Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer.

Disclaimer: This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.

FP offers an excellent compensation package and wide‑ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.

Fox provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions – including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social / recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.