Automotive Area Operations Manager (Phoenix, AZ)

Position Overview Reporting to a District Manager, the Area Manager is a front‑line management position responsible for overseeing and leading Dent Wizard operations within a defined geographic area. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of resources, technicians, and capital. Expediently and professionally address all customer, operational, and performance concerns. Walk customer inventory to identify future workload requirements and QC repairs. Meet regularly with customers to discuss service levels, repair quality, cycle‑time performance, and other issues that drive customer satisfaction. Ensure technicians possess the necessary skills, resources, equipment, and information to deliver high‑quality repairs and customer service. Communicate to keep the team informed and up to date on critical information, expectations, company news, etc. On‑board new employees by educating them on their role, expectations, processes, and policies to set them up for success. Closely support direct reports and managers in optimizing production and day‑to‑day operations. Work with the District Manager and/or Senior District Manager to develop and execute a revenue growth plan to sell additional services within existing customers. Partner with the District Manager and Senior District Manager to sell new customers and maximize existing business opportunities. Build and solidify relationships with key customers and network to initiate relationships with prospective customers. Drive results using strategic selling skills and negotiation abilities that create a win‑win for the customer and Dent Wizard. Qualifications Combined minimum experience of 3 years in a district route and auction leadership role. Profitable management of a P&L of at least $1.5M in revenue annually. Experience managing other leaders and staff of 20+. Travels overnight approximately 10–20% of the time. Result‑driven. Positive, motivating leadership style. Flexible, resilient, diplomatic, tolerant. Active listener with a credible and persuasive communication style that empowers others and leads decisively. Successful strategy implementation and results. Compensation & Benefits Based on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Starting compensation expected to be: $85,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefit package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information, see our Benefits Highlights Booklet. Equal Employment Opportunity Dent Wizard is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities. *ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of the same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dent Wizard’s Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dealer Tire, LLC