Automotive F&I Manager - Big Star Ford

About the role

As our F&I Manager, you provide exceptional service and appropriate financing and insurance options to our customers to finalize the purchase of a vehicle. Due to your strong work ethic, you easily establish and maintain positive working relationships with several lending sources which enhances the options available to our customers.

What you'll do as a F&I Manager

• Treat every customer in a friendly, professional manner, regardless of the customer's financing or purchasing decision, or credit ability
• Manage overall production of reserve income, F&I product penetrations and income, and per-vehicle retail (PVR) averages in accordance with company standards
• Set up monthly forecasting in conjunction with the sales department forecasting; Use the forecast to establish and meet monthly objectives
• Submit all paperwork to (and obtain approval from) finance sources on all finance deals; finalize all paperwork necessary in the car deal in a timely manner and submit to the accounting office
• Collect and safeguard all money and fees required in the transactions
• Assist the dealership in managing deal and cash flow in accordance with the company Contracts-In-Transit (CIT) guidelines

Looking for

• Friendly and cooperative with an ability to quickly connect with customers
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; deals creatively, logically and empathetically with customers and coworkers
• Detail oriented with a preference for high quality and technical expertise
• Previous experience in a dealership F&I Department, selling of financial services, or auto sales
• High School diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
• Must be able to provide references upon request

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and 401k with company match
• Wellness Time Off, plus holidays, plus a Personal Purpose Day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, AD&D and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending, Health Savings Account, EAP, Wellness Plan, Mental Health Support, Diabetes Management Program, and Parental Leave Stipend
• Year-end bonus program for ALL employees (Garff Giveback)
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchase, parts, service and more!