Center Manager – Automotive Reconditioning

About the role

Xcite Automotive is looking for a Center Manager to oversee daily automotive reconditioning operations for partner dealers in Savannah, Georgia. The role involves managing workflow, leading a team, ensuring vehicle quality, and coordinating vendors to keep vehicles moving efficiently through the reconditioning process.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily reconditioning activities including detailing, cosmetic repairs, inspections, and vehicle readiness.
• Lead and assign work to team members, monitor production schedules, and track KPIs such as turnaround time, labor efficiency, and quality control.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure vehicles meet company and dealership standards.
• Oversee staffing, supplies, equipment, vendor relationships, and operational costs.
• Coach, train, and hold team members accountable for performance, attendance, safety, and quality.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce delays.

Required profile

• 3+ years of leadership experience in automotive reconditioning, detailing, dealership operations, service, fleet, car wash, body shop, or auto auction environments.
• Hands‑on knowledge of detailing, cosmetic repair, vehicle readiness, and quality control.
• Proven ability to manage workflow, production goals, schedules, staffing, and team performance.
• Experience reviewing reports, tracking KPIs, and using performance metrics to improve operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.