Account Operations Specialist (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 $20.10 - $30.10/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.

Job Description

• 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

• Coordinates sale vehicle run processes. Maintains direct communication with other auction departments to ensure appropriate movement and organization of client inventory and timely completion of reconditioning services. 

• Builds positive relationships with assigned clients, examines vehicles in the sales lineup to ensure standards and quality, completes estimates for reconditioning services to improve vehicle value, coordinates and approves reconditioning services, and conducts condition report and imaging audits to reduce the risk of policy loss and goodwill expenses. 

• Educates and acts as liaison for clients on auction processes and recommends and or upsells Manheim/CAI products and services based on client needs.

• Demonstrates effective prioritization skills, professionalism in client relationships, and assists in resolving client issues promptly and professionally.        

• Maintain strict adherence to Cox standards and guidelines regarding reconditioning services, ensuring consistent quality, and accuracy per client SLA guidelines.

• 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• 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 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.  

• Ability to build strong business relationships required

• Problem solving and de-escalation skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Excellent verbal and written skills

• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision

Preferred:

• Prior experience vehicle reconditioning and or general auto body knowledge

• Ability to operate vehicles with standard and automatic transmission is preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline preferred.

• Strong knowledge of Salesforce, AS400, Workbench and Excel preferred.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employee