Condition Report Manager - Auto Auction

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Us

Americas Auto Auction – Birmingham is a top-tier auto auction dedicated to delivering top-tier service and transparency to our buyers and sellers. We pride ourselves on a fast-paced, collaborative work environment. We aren’t just looking for an employee to fill a slot; we are looking for a key team member who wants to grow with our company and take on more leadership responsibilities as we expand.

Position Overview for Condition Report Manager

We are seeking a highly meticulous and dependable Condition Report (CR) Manager to oversee the vehicle inspection and reporting process. In the auto auction world, accuracy is everything. Our buyers rely on condition reports to make purchasing decisions, making this role vital to our reputation and success.

If you have an eagle eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and the ambition to advance into higher-level operations or management, we want to talk to you.

Rewards for Condition Report Manager

• Competitive starting salary, based on experience
• Extensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Monday - Friday work schedule (no nights or weekends)
• Growing international auction company
• Career growth potential

Responsibilities for Condition Report Manager

• Quality Control: Review and finalize comprehensive vehicle condition reports (including structural damage, mechanical issues, cosmetic flaws, and odometer readings).
• Team Leadership: Supervise and train a team of vehicle inspectors to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in their reporting.
• Workflow Management: Manage the daily flow of vehicles through the CR process to meet tight auction deadlines.
• Arbitration Reduction: Ensure all reports strictly adhere to NAAA (National Auto Auction Association) standards to minimize post-sale disputes and arbitrations.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with the lot operations, detail shop, and arbitration teams to resolve vehicle status discrepancies.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks in the inspection process and implement solutions to increase daily throughput without sacrificing quality.

Requirements:

  Requirements for Condition Report Manager

• Detail-Oriented & Responsible: You notice the small things others miss, take extreme ownership of your work, and show up ready to lead every day.
• Growth Mindset: You are eager to learn the ins and outs of our auction operations and want a clear path to career advancement.
• Industry Experience: 2+ years of experience in automotive inspection, auto auction operations, collision repair estimation, or insurance adjusting is preferred.
• Supervisory Experience: 2 + years of previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Tech Savvy: Comfortable using condition reporting software, handheld inspection tablets, and basic inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of Standards: Familiarity with NAAA guidelines is a major plus.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and stand/walk for extended periods.

America’s is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.