Automotive Center Manager

Xcite is now seeking an Automotive Recondition Manager for our partner dealers in Columbia, SC!

Job Description: This role requires a strong leader who can manage day-to-day operations, coordinate staff, ensure quality standards, and maintain efficiency across the reconditioning process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has proven experience managing reconditioning operations in an automotive setting.

Compensation is based on experience and negotiable!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the reconditioning department including detailing, cosmetic repairs, inspections, and vehicle readiness.
• Supervise and lead a team of technicians, detailers, and support staff.
• Develop schedules, assign tasks, and monitor workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure dealership standards are met or exceeded.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate outsourced services as needed.
• Monitor labor costs, supplies, and equipment to maintain profitability.
• Collaborate with dealership management on process improvements and customer satisfaction goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
• Track, report, and analyze reconditioning performance metrics.
• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience in automotive reconditioning, service, or detail operations.
• 3+ years of detailing, or reconditioning services
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, train, and motivate teams.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, workflow, and department efficiency.
• Hands-on knowledge of detailing processes, reconditioning, and cosmetic repair standards.
• Proficiency with inventory management and operational oversight.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience managing reconditioning operations at a dealership or auto auction.
• Knowledge of vendor negotiation and third-party service management.
• Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) or reconditioning software.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.

Beneficial Experience

• Background in automotive detailing (interior, exterior, paint correction, polishing, buffing).
• Experience in body shop operations, paintless dent repair (PDR), wheel repair, or interior repair.
• Previous responsibility for payroll, budgeting, or cost management.
• Customer-facing experience in a dealership or automotive service environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay structure (hourly or salary, based on experience).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401 (K) Retirement Plan
• Opportunities for career growth within the company.