Collision Manager

What You'll Be Responsible For: As Body Shop Manager, you will have responsibility for the performance and day-to-day operation of the collision center, including: Leading all daily collision center operations Managing technicians, estimators, production staff, and administrative personnel Driving production efficiency, profitability, cycle time, and CSI Managing workflow from the initial estimate through final vehicle delivery Monitoring repair orders, supplements, parts, labor, gross profit, and cycle time Building and maintaining strong working relationships with insurance carriers and adjusters Ensuring repairs are performed accurately, safely, and according to OEM repair procedures Recruiting, training, coaching, developing, and holding team members accountable Monitoring accounts receivable and open repair orders Maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and professional facility Ensuring compliance with manufacturer, insurance, and industry requirements Identifying opportunities to grow collision volume and increase market share Building a culture focused on quality, accountability, teamwork, and customer satisfaction What We're Looking For Previous experience successfully managing a collision center is required. Our ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands both the operational and financial sides of the collision business. You should be comfortable managing people, production, insurance relationships, repair quality, and profitability while keeping the customer experience at the center of the operation. Qualifications we're looking for include: Proven success managing a collision repair center Strong leadership, communication, and team-development skills Solid understanding of collision center financials and key performance indicators Experience managing production, cycle time, labor, parts, supplements, and gross profit Familiarity with accounts receivable and open RO management CCC ONE estimating and Production Management experience I-CAR certifications strongly preferred Familiarity with OEM certification requirements and repair procedures Reynolds experience is a plus Most importantly, we're looking for a manager who knows what a well-run collision center looks like and has the ability to lead one. Why Sunset Automotive Group? This is more than an opportunity to manage a body shop. You'll be joining an established, stable, family and locally owned automotive group on Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast. We believe good managers should have the resources and support necessary to succeed. Sunset has invested heavily in our people, facilities, equipment, training, and manufacturer relationships, and we're looking for a leader who can put those resources to work.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Life and Disability Coverage Paid Time Off, available to use after 6 months Company-paid factory and I-CAR training Employee discounts at all Sunset locations Florida has no individual state income tax Ready for Your Next Opportunity? If you're an experienced collision center manager looking for an established organization, a professionally equipped facility, and the opportunity to lead a quality-focused operation, we'd like to hear from you. Complete our online application and tell us about your collision management experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Join Sunset Automotive Group and see the difference for yourself. Sunset Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates for hire must complete and pass a background check and drug screen before hire.