Service Manager
Ford of Murfreesboro · Murfreesboro, TN · 6 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of a high-volume service department, managing service advisors and support staff.
- Maintain and improve Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) scores while handling a high daily Return On Order (RO) count.
- Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including Early Loss Rate (ELR), hours per RO, effective labor rate, comeback ratio, and gross profit.
- Recruit, train, coach, and retain top-performing service advisors and technicians.
- Ensure compliance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards, warranty processes, and dealership policies.
- Handle escalated customer issues promptly and professionally.
- Collaborate with Parts, Sales, and Business Development Center (BDC) departments to maximize throughput and communication.
- Implement processes that improve speed, accuracy, and overall consistent volume.
- Manage scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow to support consistent volume.
Qualifications
- Automotive service management experience in a high-volume dealership.
- Demonstrated success managing large teams and heavy Return On Order (RO) traffic.
- Strong understanding of the service KPIs and financial performance.
- Experience with dealership Diagnostic Management System (DMS) systems and OEM programs.
- Exceptional leadership experience (domestic or import) including managing 50+ Return On Order (RO) per day or large technician teams.
- Professional, well-groomed personal appearance and clean driving record.
- Willingness to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Pay & Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts on products & services