Automotive Service Manager

Since 1912, the Bredemann family has focused on finding the strongest local talent in the automotive industry. We are still family owned and operated. Many of our employees have been with our company for 20+ years - join us to find out why! 

We are looking for a Service Manager for our Ford franchise on the North Shore in Glenview on Waukegan Road.  This position is open due to an upcoming retirement.

WE OFFER:

• Full medical insurance- Blue Cross Blue Shield 


• 401k with company match


• Paid holidays


• Paid vacation


• Employee Discounts


• Weekly payroll and direct deposit

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage our (air-conditioned) service department processes and personnel


• Utilize and update Reynolds and Reynolds on a daily basis to manage and monitor shop scheduling, workflow and productivity.


• Manage productivity of technicians to ensure billable hours and workflow are appropriate


• Manage TSD Loaner Software on a daily basis to manage our fleet of service loaners.


• Manage internal repair orders to turn used vehicles and retired loaners over to showroom quickly


• Work with Service BDC and Marketing Team to maximize service sales opportunities, retention and attract new customers


• Manage processing of warranty repair orders and claims


• Manage lot attendants


• Contact customers directly if a complaint is made in attempt to resolve


• Interact with external vendors (ie Hunter, etc)

REQUIREMENTS:

• MUST have strong computer skills.  Must be able to use several software programs to manage the shop on a daily basis.


• Previous experience as a Service Manager at a dealership 


• Ford experience strongly with preferred 


• Experience managing a union shop is preferred 


• Previous experience as a technician is a plus


• Experience with warranty is preferred


• Experience with Reynolds is preferred


• Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the workday


• Outgoing with a friendly personality


• Excellent communication and organizational skills to deal with customers, employees and vendors


• Experience implementing structured business processes


• Strong track record of top CSI and online reputation ratings


• Must be willing to submit to a background check


• MUST have valid drivers license and clean driving record