Collision General Manager

About the role

The General Manager's primary responsibility and accountability includes providing an exceptional and successful customer experience while leading and maintaining the day-to-day operation of the Store in compliance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Prepare and manage the annual and monthly operating budget of the collision center.
• Forecast, target and track monthly sales, profit and expense objectives.
• Deliver formal annual performance reviews and informal monthly performance reviews.
• Maintain a clean and organized repair facility at all times.
• Monitor and maintain all A/P and A/R relating to the Collision Center.
• Monitor all maintenance required for all shop equipment, including the paint booth.
• Provide training for all staff as necessary.
• Ensure all staff wear proper safety gear and adhere to dress code.
• Open and close the facility daily as per established procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate daily production meetings/walks to confirm throughput and delivery dates.
• Manage all estimates to ensure labor mix is within established standards.
• Manage store capacity.
• Lead and manage all repair facility personnel.
• Facilitate monthly Health & Safety and staff meetings.
• Attend monthly managers meetings.
• Attend training, information sessions and workshops recommended by Senior Leadership Team.
• Store CSI performance review and follow up within 24 hours.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Post-Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in a collision repair environment or similar role.

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a successful client experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate others utilizing effective coaching tools and management skills.

Benefits

Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full Time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free prescription or non prescription safety glasses each year
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend

Pay

$68,000 - $97,000 plus 25% Annually!

Schedule

This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.