The Automotive Service Manager (ASM) acts as the primary contact between the dealership and customer for all repair and maintenance services. He/she listens to and thoroughly understands a customer's service/repair needs, sets and manages the customer's expectations, and works closely with the service team in order to stay informed of the status of repairs and special orders. The primary goal of the ASM is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction and maximize the sale of parts and service for the dealership.
The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, some post-secondary automotive training, and at least two years of dealer-level or large facility experience that includes some supervisory/management responsibilities. Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is a plus. An unrestricted driver's license, a clean driving record, and a strong technical and customer service performance record are required. Candidates must be able to work productively in a fast-paced team environment and must have a positive attitude, professional appearance, great communication skills, and the ability to deliver world-class customer service.
****You must have previously or currently worked in the Automotive Industry. You must have worked in an Automotive Service Management position for a minimum of 5+ years****
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is an in-person position and your attendance is required in order to maintain employment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, and lift heavy objects as needed. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate has grown into 16 core dealerships located in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. There are 15 new car brands that include: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Trucks, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, GMC, Kia, Volkswagen, Nissan, Hyundai, and Acura. Plus, state-of-the-art Collision Centers, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, and over 700 employees on its payroll.
Our dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership. Our Mission Statement is as follows:
At Southern Auto Group, our mission is:
We are committed to hiring and retaining the very best employees in a supportive and positive workplace. The foundation of our culture is low employee turnover, career development, and increasing opportunities for responsibility and compensation. Guided by these principles, we foster an environment where every team member can thrive, contribute, and grow alongside the organization.
Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Largest Auto Groups in Hampton Roads!
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.