Adept at driving operational efficiency and excellence in customer service, I significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and staff proficiency at Volvo Cars Canberra and Phillip Mitsubishi. My expertise in administrative management and staff development, coupled with a proven track record in improving service delivery, positions me as a dynamic leader focused on achieving and surpassing business objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fixed Operations Manager
Geissler Motors
Goulburn
06.2024 - Current
Monitored daily activities related to vehicle repair services, parts inventory control and warranty administration.
Developed, implemented and monitored departmental policies, procedures and processes to ensure compliance with company standards.
Coached and mentored fixed operations staff to improve job performance and customer service delivery.
Ensured that all safety regulations were adhered to in the workplace environment.
Conducted regular inspections of shop floor equipment and tools to ensure proper functioning.
Created weekly schedules for fixed operations staff based on projected workloads.
Collaborated with other departments within the dealership on projects involving repairs or service activities.
Assisted with developing marketing strategies designed to increase revenue from fixed operations services.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for repair parts at competitive prices.
Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates for open positions in the Fixed Operations Department.
Oversaw training programs for new hires to ensure they are up-to-date on industry standards and practices.
Organized monthly meetings with department heads to review progress towards established goals.
Service Manager
Volvo cars Canberra and Phillip Mitsubishi
Phillip, Act
07.2016 - 06.2024
Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
Monitored service performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Conducted regular team meetings to discuss customer feedback, process improvements, and operational objectives.
Created detailed reports on service activities for senior management review.
Trained new employees on the use of customer relationship management software systems.
Implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure timely completion of projects according to customer specifications.
Analyzed existing processes for potential cost savings initiatives.
Maintained accurate records of all service requests, including resolution times and costs incurred.
Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure seamless delivery of services.
Developed strategies for improving customer experience through enhanced product features or improved processes.
Created standard operating procedures for all service functions.
Performed root cause analysis on recurring problems encountered by customers.
Improved customer satisfaction ratings by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions to problems.
Collaborated with customers to offer solutions to service needs.
Hired and trained service department staff to drive performance.
Upheld team productivity and quality objectives by setting and maintaining clear benchmarks for service.
Parts Manager
Volvo cars Canberra and Phillip Mitsubishi
Phillip, act
01.2010 - 07.2016
Developed and maintained positive working relationships with vendors.
Organized and monitored inventory levels of parts, tools, and supplies.
Prepared documents for ordering parts, supplies, and equipment.
Conducted monthly audits of inventory control systems.
Resolved customer inquiries related to part availability or quality issues.
Trained new staff members on proper parts handling techniques.
Monitored stock levels regularly to avoid backorders or shortages.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely deliveries.