Reconditioning Manager - Lead a High-Volume, High-Impact Recon Operation at Hinderer Motor Company

Hinderer Motor Company
Illinois

Reconditioning Manager

Full-Time Leadership Role Growth Opportunity

Are you a process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment Do you know how to move vehicles efficiently through reconditioning while maintaining top-tier quality standards If youre ready to take ownership of a high-volume recon operation and make a major impact Hinderer Motor Company wants to meet you.

We are expanding our team and seeking a Reconditioning Manager to oversee the full reconditioning workflow across our growing automotive groupensuring every vehicle is front line-ready on time and presented at the highest level.

This is a high-visibility leadership role with direct influence on sales velocity profitability and customer experience.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

  • Work within a rapidly expanding automotive group with strong leadership support

  • Manage recon across high-volume inventory with state-of-the-art tools including Rapid Recon

  • Lead a team with autonomy to drive standards quality and efficiency

  • Clear advancement opportunities as our organization continues to grow

  • A culture rooted in integrity teamwork and continuous improvement

What Youll Do (High-Level Focus)

As our Reconditioning Manager you will:

Operational Leadership

  • Own the full reconditioning processfrom acquisition to frontlineusing Rapid Recon

  • Hit cycle-time targets and ensure vehicles move through the system with urgency

  • Maintain manufacturer Certified Program standards across all reconditioned units

  • Collaborate closely with the Director of Used Cars Sales Managers and Service

Team & Process Management

  • Lead coach and develop recon technicians and detail team

  • Train staff on key recon skills (cleaning buffing PDR undercoat light bodywork)

  • Hold team members accountable for high-quality work and policy adherence

Quality & Accuracy

  • Inspect vehicles review technician recommendations and determine recon strategies

  • Ensure all RO documentation is accurate and supports clean certification and warranty tracking

  • Conduct monthly physical audits and maintain all documentation in vehicle jackets

Cross-Department Collaboration

  • Coordinate work between sales service parts and outside vendors

  • Communicate constantly with multiple stores to ensure recon alignment

  • Manage sublet work hold vendors accountable and support photo/marketing steps

Who You Are

  • 24 years of automotive recon service or used car operations experience

  • Prior leadership or team management experience strongly preferred

  • Hands-on leader who isnt afraid to roll up their sleeves

  • Excellent communicator who thrives in a high-volume dealership environment

  • Strong decision-maker with a continuous improvement mindset

  • Able to juggle multiple priorities while staying organized and calm under pressure

  • Tech-savvy and comfortable learning recon/operational tools

  • Valid drivers license required

Why Join Hinderer Motor Company

  • Medical Dental Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid Time Off

  • Associate discounts

  • Advancement opportunities across multiple stores

  • Be part of a family-owned company that invests in its people and promotes from within

Required Experience:

Manager

Posted 2025-11-21

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