Service Manager

3 days ago

Windsor ON, Essex County, ON; Ontario, Canada The 401 Group Full-time €70,000 - €100,000

Now Hiring: Service Manager – Lead a High-Performing Team, Elevate the Customer Experience, and Keep the Shop Running at Full Throttle

Lead the Charge – Drive Excellence in Service, Team Performance, and Customer Satisfaction

We’re looking for a motivated, experienced, and customer-focused Service Manager to take the wheel of our high-performing service department. In this leadership role, you’ll be the driving force behind daily operations—managing technicians, advisors, and workflow while delivering a best-in-class experience for every customer who walks through our doors.

Location: Windsor ON

Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 per year

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Responsible for-profit management - must examine department financial statements, including expenses and revenue, to ensure the department's profitability
  • Develop and maintain a culture that values excellent customer service through effective training, supervision, coaching and talent management of a champion winning team
  • Review and implement Service Centre policies and procedures that improve the customer experience through high quality service and rapport building
  • Develop and implement a long-term strategy and action plan to attract and retain customers
  • Ordering parts with company and OEM guidelines
  • Knowledge of parts pricing procedures
  • Understand and maintain OEM & Aftersales warranty platforms and process
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with wholesale customers
  • Professionally and effectively resolve customer and employee complaints and concerns
  • Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and all other workplace regulations and policies
  • Oversee multiple Service and Parts departments and ensure that the department is properly staffed, providing coverage during all scheduled business hours
  • Maintain an active parts and accessories inventory with appropriate days of supply, minimizing obsolescence and improving turnover rates
  • Develop and grow external (CP/W) parts and accessories sales including wholesale accounts
  • Ensure compliance with OEM policies and procedures such as to maintain accurate warranty 10 bin, clean and presentable merchandising areas including parts storage.
  • Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction
  • Report any non-compliant issues directly and immediately to the management
  • Manage cash and credit/debit receipts per company policy
  • Manage the Reynolds system and ensure that all parts orders are properly received, tracked, stored, and invoiced accurately
  • Perform physical inventory counts as required which may be required during off business hours
  • Other duties as assigned by Management & Executive Team

What You Bring to the Table:

  • 12 Grade Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5years experiencein the automotive service industry
  • Minimum of 3 years of management experience in the automotive industry
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
  • Strong computer & leadership skills
  • Automotive Technician’s License is an asset
  • Good communication skills and attention to detail
  • Must have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
  • Must be willing to be flexible with work schedule

So why work for us?

  • The 401 Group of Companies is privately owned and 100% Canadian
  • 40+ State-of-the-art facilities including a "Google-like" call centre and an 80,000 sq. ft. centralized service "Hub"
  • A fun, fast-paced, and high-energy work environment with exciting initiatives and rewarding perks.
  • Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on both individual growth and team success.
  • Empowering you to grow with meaningful career path planning and advancement opportunities.
  • Health & wellness benefit enrollment opportunities
  • Employee referral bonus opportunities
  • Enjoy exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts and service, along with a special discount at the Blackshop. <