| Location | Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
Confidential Automotive Group | Albuquerque, NM Area
We are seeking an experienced Collision Center Manager with a proven background in running the day-to-day operations of an automotive collision repair facility.
This is not an entry-level management opportunity. We are looking for someone who understands collision center production, estimating, supplements, insurance relationships, technician workflow, and the financial performance of a body shop.
The right candidate will have hands-on collision industry experience and the leadership ability to manage the entire operation, develop a productive team, and maintain high standards for repair quality and customer satisfaction.
Oversee all daily collision center operations, from vehicle intake and estimating through production and final delivery.
Manage estimators, body technicians, painters, and support staff.
Monitor production schedules, repair cycle times, workflow, and shop efficiency.
Oversee estimates, supplements, insurance approvals, and repair documentation.
Track key performance indicators, labor productivity, revenue, and overall profitability.
Build and maintain relationships with insurance companies, vendors, and business partners.
Recruit, train, coach, and hold team members accountable for performance.
Ensure repairs meet OEM procedures, safety standards, and quality expectations.
Maintain strong customer communication and satisfaction throughout the repair process.
Previous Collision Center Management experience is required.
Strong background in automotive collision repair operations.
Hands-on CCC ONE experience is required.
Knowledge of collision estimating, supplements, insurance procedures, and repair production.
Proven ability to manage collision center staff and daily workflow.
Experience monitoring shop performance, productivity, cycle times, and profitability.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience managing a high-volume collision center.
Dealership-affiliated collision center experience.
Experience managing budgets, expenses, and operational goals.
Knowledge of OEM repair procedures and industry standards.
$100,000+ annual earning potential.
Full-time, on-site leadership position.
Opportunity to lead and grow a collision center operation.
Interested candidates: Contact Ana directly at
ana@theeliterecruits.com
.All interviews are scheduled by appointment only — no walk-ins.