Zone Administrator - Lot Operations Specialist II (Manheim)

About the role

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer bran

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain vehicle placement within assigned zones according to established standards.
• Utilize dashboards and supervisor guidance to make staging and move decisions.
• Ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles to proper destinations, minimizing multiple drop-off points.
• Communicate inventory status and prioritize contingencies based on business needs.
• Communicate schedules and assignments to team members; serve as zone owner for our inspection zone.
• Coordinate check-in operations, including directing drivers and employees to designated locations.
• Champion safety by following all health and safety procedures and modeling compliance.
• Collaborate with management to monitor staffing levels, review performance metrics, and implement improvement strategies.
• Perform basic FIT tunnel maintenance , including: Keeping the area clean and organized
• Reporting equipment issues or malfunctions
• Assisting with routine upkeep to ensure operational efficiency
• Enforce company policies and ensure respectful treatment of all employees and clients.
• Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 system using a handheld device (TC-75), including: VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
• Stock number
• Dealer ID
• Make, model, year, mileage, color, options
• Affix barcode/stock number stickers to each vehicle upon arrival
• Apply work order numbers and routing labels to vehicles
• Identify and flag "no key" vehicles
• Direct transporters to designated vehicle drop zones
• Inspect and report transport damage as required
• Provide proper sale identification windshield codes
• Remove and clear all personal information from vehicles, including documents, saved contacts, and identifiable items
• Reset or remove navigation system data (addresses, history, Bluetooth pairings, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with company policies regarding customer data privacy and security
• Perform other duties as assigned, may require overtime based on business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
• OR 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; safe driving skills required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmissions .
• Basic mechanical knowledge (e.g., identifying flat tires, low fuel, jump-starting vehicles).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency for dashboards and inventory tracking.
• Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift 1-15 pounds .
• Work Environment
• Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.
• Support manager in coordination of the lot department
• Assisting in the coordination of sale day (i.e, driving, working on the lanes, setting up lanes for sales, etc.)
• Assisting customers in locating their vehicles
• Working on the lot with and by yourself in staging out vehicles for bulk vans to grab
• Scanning cars, you stage to a location using the TC-58.
• Finding lost vehicles
• Using TC-58 to look up vehicle information.
• Assist customers with answering any questions regarding their vehicle or paperwork.
• Work Schedule:
• Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Drug Testing

Benefits

Additional Information

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Lot Operations Specialist II Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day

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