Job Description
As we bring the Cadillac brand 'down under' to the Australia and New Zealand markets, we are looking to recruit a top-tier Aftersales team who can provide trustworthy Service to all of our customers. Aligned to our Sales strategy of an everybody in, hi-confidence, no pressure culture, this team will have the ability to offer a luxury service experience for the all-electric Cadillac vehicles on the roads.
As the Retail Aftersales Manager for Sydney, you will become an integral Cadillac team member with the primary responsibility of ensuring the Aftersales department deliver an exceptional Cadillac customer experience. As the Cadillac brand is launched and grown, this role will see you building and developing our Cadillac aftersales team as well as the processes used for both internal and retail customers. You will work very closely with the GM ANZ aftersales management team and the New Vehicle Sales team to ensure all issues impacting customer satisfaction and internal operations are understood and improvement opportunities are executed.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Building an agile Aftersales Operations team with the ability to handle a wide range of tasks daily
Prioritising the highest levels of Health and Safety
Be a strong leader for the Aftersales Service team and create an environment which is customer focused
Manage the service department bookings to ensure technician productivity and efficiency is high
Manage the mobile service vehicle to ensure customer satisfaction and safe operations
Manage the DMS ( what is this?)
Ensure administration tasks are complete, this includes but is not limited to:
Workshop control (from PO initiation to costing and invoicing)
Processing of warranty claims
Internal stakeholder communication
People management including but not limited to: training, leave scheduling, performance management, disciplinary action, development and mentorship of team, goal setting
Oversee parts inventory, receiving, booking out and re-ordering
Coordinate new vehicle receiving and preparation to meet delivery timings and facility limitations with customer satisfaction in mind
Work with our 3rd party Cadillac service providers
Support business to ensure flawless 'vehicle launches' with any drive programs and vehicle preparation – local or interstate as required
Complete vehicle evaluations to identify concerns and validate repairs
Escalte any product issues identified to the relevant department/s
Communicate product quality or safety concerns to the relevant department/s to ensure current/emerging product issues are recognised
About You: You have a strong knowledge and understanding of Dealership Service and Parts operations in the retail vehicle service industry with the ability to lead a high performing team of technicians and a strong belief in providing excellent customer experience. We are looking for someone with the following knowledge, skills and experience:
5+ years experience as Service Manager, 2IC or Advisor
Technical understanding of the latest automotive technologies and operation of features
Strong knowledge of relevant OH&S in regard to workshop operation
Ability to organise, prioritise, manage and execute tasks
Ability to identify and develop improvement processes
Previous experience in the set up or expansion of aftersales operation is an advantage
Trade qualification as an Automotive Technician
Experience with electric vehicles and luxury brands would be an advantage
Valid Driver's licence
Sound technical understanding of latest automotive technologies and operation of features
Knowledge of GM vehicles systems and repair procedures highly regarded
Knowledge of relevant OHS&W and EPA legislation and regulations in regard to workshop operations
Here at GM, we offer you: Rostered Day Off per month
A unique opportunity to join our new Cadillac Service Centre in a management position.
Be part of our vision; a world with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion
About Us Globally, General Motors is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan (USA) - operating in six continents. Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all.
Locally, we're a business with national reach and a proud, rich automotive history, and we've got the exciting opportunity to represent GM's ongoing presence in Australia & New Zealand. Whether it's the recently announced Cadillac, headlined by the all-electric LYRIQ, the GM Specialty Vehicles venture bringing iconic GM nameplates like Corvette and Silverado to ANZ, our Isuzu Trucks New Zealand portfolio, or the endless possibilities in the Aftersales space, there is plenty to look forward to.
This role will see you joining the Cadillac team at an early stage of its entry as a pure electric vehicle brand in Australia & New Zealand. You will have the ability to work directly with consumers on creative and experiential projects. We run off a hybrid working model which offers flexibility.
If this sounds like you and looking for a new challenge, join us as we launch and expand our exciting Cadillac brand. Apply Now.
About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Diversity Information General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
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