Outside Coordinator; Manheim

Company: Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group: Vehicle Operations

Job Profile: Account Operations Specialist II

Management Level: Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option: No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %: No

Work Shift: Day

Compensation: Hourly base pay rate is $19.57 - $29.38/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.

Position Type: This is an outside service coordinator role. Expect to work outdoors 90% of the time.

• Primary point of contact for resolving client issues for accounts ranging from simple to more complex, broad scope accounts, collaborating with auction teams, and various stakeholders.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns related to vehicle condition and/or discrepancies, fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate sale vehicle run processes, maintaining direct communication with other auction departments to ensure appropriate movement and organization of client inventory and timely completion of reconditioning services.
• Build positive relationships with assigned clients, examine vehicles in the sales lineup to ensure standards and quality, complete estimates for reconditioning services to improve vehicle value, coordinate and approve reconditioning services, and conduct condition reports and imaging audits to reduce the risk of policy loss and goodwill expenses.
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of condition report data and vehicle inspection process to identify previous paint, auto body repairs, frame damage, PDR, etc.
• Educate and act as liaison for clients on auction processes and recommend and/or upsell Manheim/CAI products and services based on client needs.
• Demonstrate effective prioritization skills, professionalism in client relationships, and assist in resolving client issues promptly and professionally.
• Possibly be responsible for efficiently coordinating redemptions, ensuring proper documentation, complying with all PII policies and procedures while delivering exceptional customer service and resolving any issues with professionalism.
• Maintain strict adherence to Cox standards and guidelines regarding reconditioning services, ensuring consistent quality and accuracy per client SLA guidelines.
• Proficient knowledge of NAAA guidelines to ensure proper placement of vehicle announcements and/or brands.
• Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office applications and other internal business platforms.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

• 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 of 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.
• Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required time frames to meet business requirements.

• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of condition report data and vehicle inspection process to identify previous paint, auto body repairs, frame damage, PDR, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written skills preferred.
• Ability to operate vehicles with standard and automatic transmission is preferred.
• Prior experience in vehicle reconditioning and/or general auto body knowledge preferred.

• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

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