Service Manager

7218 - Memphis - 7771 Highway 64, Memphis, Tennessee, 38133

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General Summary:

At CarMax, all new managers complete a structured training program to ensure they are fully prepared to succeed in their new role.  The Service Manager in Training is a temporary role designed to give a newly hired external manager the tools they need to assume the role of Service Manager.  All Service Managers in Training must successfully complete the training program before taking on the role of Service Production Manager.

Training includes learning the following Service Managers principle duties and responsibilities:

• Ensures that all positions are properly staffed at all times
• Continually observes and mentors all Service Associates to reinforce consistent execution of standard work and customer service skills to ensure “Exceptional Customer Service” at all times
• Manages all customer (both internal and external) concerns in a quick, efficient, and friendly manner
• Tracks VOC scores and customer feedback survey trends on a weekly basis. Creates a culture of development within the team so that all Service Associates will strive to improve their customer service skills
• Reviews and manages all service related CRTS concerns and uses these comments to help conduct go and sees in areas of opportunity on the service drive
• Assists and mentors Service Associates during peak delivery time (i.e., 7:30-9:00am and 4:00pm to 6:30pm), greeting customers and ensuring that all aspects of a proper delivery are completed – explanation of repairs, answer questions, delivery of vehicle and payment/paperwork processing
• Manages team on areas affecting customer service and capacity to include scheduling, proper use/management of service appointment systems, phone answer rate execution, retail tech efficiency, NCP, etc.
• Ensures that drive aisle and customer service/waiting areas are kept organized, clean of trash, and vehicles are cleared quickly on the drive aisle at all times through the day
• Participates and ensures compliance of all CarMax Training and Process initiatives
• Performs all Asset Protection and EH&S responsibilities expected in the role
• Ensures positive associate engagement through consistent use of the Associate Care and Communication (AC&C) tools, such as round tables, one-on-ones, and Compass Engagement Meetings
• Manages associate at the individual level by using Managing to the Individual (MTI) and through the consistent use of the performance management tools to include performing consistent feedback, observations, file reviews, IDPS, APRs, snd performance management
• Drives team and store performance in maintaining all department metric goals
• Continually develops functional knowledge

Job Specifications:

Work requires ability to:

• Read, interpret and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records
• Complete CarMax provided training in all areas of the production process
• Multi-task in a high energy, fast-paced work environment
• Must possess a valid driver's license that meets the CarMax Driver Safety Points Evaluation System criteria, as explained in the CarMax Driver Safety Policy. 
• Speak, listen, and write effectively in dealing with customers and associates across departments
• 1 Year of experience as a Manager or Automotive Technician preferred
• Basic computer skills

Working Conditions:

• May require walking or standing for an extended period of time
• Combination of both indoor and outdoor environment, including working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions
• Rotating schedule with shifts that will include nights, weekends, holidays, and 12-hour days
• Occasional travel for meetings, training, and special assignments
• Adheres to all CarMax Policies, including but not limited to, Asset Protection, EH&S, and Standards of Professional Appearance

Disclaimer and Approvals:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. This information is current at the time of publication. Responsibilities may include other duties as assigned and may be amended at the discretion of CarMax with or without notice. This document has been reviewed and approved by management and Human Resources and cannot be modified without written consent by a member of management authorized to modify any such responsibilities.

CarMax is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with federal and state laws which forbid discrimination because of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability and other p