Lithia Motors Inc

Fixed Operations Manager

Lithia Motors Inc$150K — $200K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in automotive fixed operations (Service/Parts)
  • Proven track record of improving profitability and operational efficiency
  • Strong financial acumen to analyze and act on reports
  • Experience in an OEM franchise environment
  • Ability to lead and coach teams while driving accountability
  • Deep knowledge of service operations and parts inventory management
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead all fixed operations departments, including Service and Parts
  • Drive profitability through effective labor and expense management
  • Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Ensure high-quality, OEM-compliant customer experiences
  • Develop and coach parts and service managers
  • Oversee technician productivity and support recruitment
  • Implement and enforce processes that meet OEM standards
  • Collaborate with Sales to maximize service retention
  • Analyze financial statements to identify trends and improve performance
  • Maintain strong OEM relationships and ensure compliance
  • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Performance-driven pay structure with base and commission incentives
  • Opportunity for bonuses based on performance
  • Ongoing professional development and coaching
  • Engaging and supportive team environment
  • Strong vendor relationships with OEM partners
Full Job Description
Dealership:
L0803 Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Coon Rapids CDJR
Coon Rapids, Minnesota

$150,000.00 - $200,000.00/year; This is a performance driven position that consists of a Base/Draw/Hourly Offset and opportunities for commission & bonus incentives.

Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodger Jeep , a well-established mid-size dealership, is seeking a high-performing Fixed Operations Manager to lead, develop, and elevate our service and parts operations. This is an opportunity for a proven leader who is currently managing a team and is ready to take the next step in driving operational excellence, accountability, and growth.

What You'll Do:

The Fixed Operations Manager is responsible for driving performance across all service and parts departments, ensuring operational excellence, profitability, and an exceptional customer experience. This leader partners with dealership leadership to align fixed ops strategy with overall store goals while developing high-performing teams. The role requires a hands-on operator who can balance process discipline, customer retention, and financial performance in a fast-paced OEM environment.

  • Lead all fixed operations departments including Service and Parts

  • Drive departmental profitability through effective labor rate management, parts margins, and expense control

  • Monitor and improve key KPIs including RO count, hours per RO, effective labor rate, CSI, retention, and absorption

  • Ensure consistent delivery of a high-quality, OEM-compliant customer experience

  • Develop and coach Service and Parts Managers to improve leadership effectiveness and team performance

  • Oversee technician productivity, efficiency, and proficiency while supporting recruiting and retention of skilled talent

  • Implement and enforce processes, policies, and OEM program standards

  • Collaborate with Sales leadership to maximize service retention and reconditioning efficiency

  • Analyze financial statements and departmental reporting to identify trends and drive performance improvements

  • Maintain strong relationships with OEM partners, ensuring compliance and maximizing available programs and incentives

  • Drive a culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and team engagement

  • All other duties as assigned by leadership.

What You'll Bring:

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in automotive fixed operations (Service/Parts)

  • Proven track record of improving profitability, CSI, and operational efficiency

  • Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and act on departmental and dealership-level reporting

  • Experience working within an OEM franchise environment

  • Demonstrated ability to lead leaders, coach teams, and drive accountability

  • Deep understanding of service operations, technician management, and parts inventory strategy

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

  • Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence

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