Lot Operations Specialist II - Lane Leader (Manheim)

Lot Operations Specialist IICoordinates the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction. Makes and oversees the assignments of drivers, jump start/battery operators and push truck operators in promoting a smooth flow of traffic through the auctioning process.Organize and maintain the placement of vehicles within the designated zone or move area to the defined standard established by lot operations leadershipDaily, utilize information from the Supervisor and Lot Ops dashboards to make the move decisions to stage their assigned zone areaResponsible for continuous improvement efforts relating to safety and efficient movement of vehicles in and out of their assigned zone areaMove vehicles and stage them in a safe arrangement to their proper work destinations to eliminate multiple drop off points and less than full loadsConfirm that all vehicles can operate safely, and engage service and towing teams when inoperable vehicles are foundLabel vehicles with sale and routing labels to maintain accurate movements and eliminate the need for crew leaders to print and label staged units before transportCommunicate with crew leaders and managers regarding the status of inventory levels within the defined move area and make the decision of what is prioritySet an example in behavior by championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respectImplement all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conductBe a visible representation of Manheim's safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures, and modeling the behaviors related to these directivesPerform other duties as assigned by managementMay be required to work overtime as business needs dictateMinimum: 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. "Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required." Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission. Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying (i.e., flat tires, low gas, jump-starting vehicles.)Preferred: 6 months of auction or driving experience preferred. Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout preferred. Knowledge of LDM preferred.Required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear, vision abilities required to include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to lift 1-15 pounds. Must be able to walk long distances. Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level (100% outdoors)To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.