Automotive Services Field Manager

Automotive Services Field Manager AAA East Central has an immediate opening for a Field Operations Manager located in and around the Pittsburgh area. The primary responsibility of the Field Operations Manager is to oversee the assigned AAA East Central Emergency Road Service and Approved Auto Repair contract facilities to maintain prompt, efficient and courteous service to AAA members on a 24-hour/365 day basis. Implements all Club and national strategies relating to operations and training to assigned East Central contractor network. Oversees the day-to-day operation of all assigned emergency road service facilities to meet or exceed all quality performance standards in a cost effective manner. Accordingly implements any changes necessary to comply with quality standards. Ensures all external strategies and training objectives are implemented and carried out to assigned contractor group. Responsible for ERS facility visitations, when appropriate, to review new programs/procedures, provide training, personally discuss any sub-standard performance and/or to enhance contractor relations. Maintains a monthly log to record all visitations and actions. Provides timely and accurate follow-up on daily ERS extra payment requests, ERS facility mis-paid calls, and member ERS complaint/damage reports. Responsible for attending scheduled ERS/AAR meetings and implementing plans to enhance efficiency, training and service delivery while reducing costs. Oversees the day-to-day operation of all assigned Approved Auto Repair facilities to ensure adherence to program criteria, AAA National office quality standards/reports, facility visitations and timely investigation and resolution of all member inquiries. Performs other duties as assigned by the Managing Director of Automotive Services and/or ASD External Services Manager to ensure that all Automotive Services quality standards and member expectations are met. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business (preferred) or 3-5 years related experience with strong mechanical aptitude. Demonstrated knowledge of road service and tow truck operations preferred. Proven ability to manage, coordinate and influence others. Ability to work independently, prioritize and successfully complete multiple projects. Must be able to identify and define issues, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with members, contract stations and ASD staff. PC literacy including experience with word processing and spreadsheet software. Basic understanding of database programs and software preferred. Must possess and maintain valid State vehicle drivers’ license. Benefits: · Extraordinary medical/dental/vision/life benefits · 401(k) Savings plan with company match AAA East Central is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation. We have 14,000 employees in 21 states and 17 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition and long-standing reputation since 1902, we encourage you to learn more about our legendary service. Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.” AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer For more than a century, AAA has been synonymous with trust, dependability, quality, and innovation. It's our mission to provide our growing membership with the legendary service we are famous for, and we welcome committed professionals ready to challenge themselves in a dynamic industry. AAA would not exist without the millions of members who give us their loyalty, or our employees whose mission it is to give those members world-class service. What else do we offer? Stability. Growth. Commitment to an exciting future for both you and our members.