Body Shop Manager - Internal

A Collision Center in the greater St. Louis Missouri area is seeking an experienced Body Shop Manager-Internal. The Body Shop Manager will be compensated on a competitive pay scale according to experience. This is an excellent career opportunity for individuals who have previous automotive collision center management experience.

We offer:

• Opportunity to Earn a Competitive Salary


• Unique Body Shop opportunity


• Health benefits


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick time


• Long-term job security with advancement opportunities

The Body Shop Manager - Internal Color is responsible for staffing needs, controlling costs, customer retention, maintaining good employee relationships, achievement of objectives, maintaining manufacturer's compliance and Body Shop service records.

Other responsibilities include:

• Maximize the efficiency, revenue and productivity of the Body Shop department


• Forecast goals and objectives for the department and strive to meet them


• Provide the highest level of customer service to ensure the satisfaction of the customer and earn repeat business/referrals


• Maintain great relationships with insurance companies (“Preferred Provider status”)


• Maintain high-quality Body Shop repairs and minimize comebacks. Conduct periodic spot checks of completed jobs for thoroughness and quality


• Hire, train, motivate, counsel and monitor the performance of all Body Shop department staff


• Oversee Body Shop technicians’ performance and arrange training to keep best practices and skills current


• Prepare schedules and plan staff rotations to ensure that Body Shop repairs are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible


• Maintain supply and support systems, including technical reference material, workshop supplies, and other materials


• Ensure that all department personnel adhere to company policies, understand and comply with federal, state and local regulations

Qualifications/Requirements:

• At least 3 years of automotive Body Shop management experience


• Current valid driver's license


• Excellent management and supervisory abilities


• Excellent communication and customer service skills


• Proficient knowledge of dealership computer systems including CCC


• Ability to motivate a team, establish and set benchmarks for efficiency and profitability


• Please upload your resume. Completing the online assessment will grant you priority approval!


• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and be a current resident.


• Must pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, and drug screen.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants considered regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, veteran or disability status, religion, age, gender orientation or other protected status.