ADESA is looking for an Auction Support Manager to join our Team! As an ADESA Auction Support Leader, you will direct the functions of safety, security, IT and maintenance and custodial activities of all auction buildings and grounds in accordance with location and corporate guidelines. You will also be responsible for collaborating with the regional process excellence team in promoting and facilitating the successful implementation and maintenance of process excellence programs and initiatives like PACE at the designated auction.

Your Impact

A committed Auction Support Leader is dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and developing the departments within their workstream, delivery of financial results, and adherence to customer Service Level Agreements. You will develop and maintain best practices and inspire the respective teams to achieve operational objectives. You will contribute to our business growth in an innovative atmosphere as a valued member of our ADESA community.

Your Attributes

We are looking for a motivated, encouraging leader who demonstrates our core values daily. ADESA ASLs encompass characteristics and attributes that are vital to the position. Passion, integrity, adaptability and positivity are essential qualities for this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementation of initiatives within workstream to drive change
• Oversee assigned functional areas daily to ensure efficient and safe operations
• Ensure safety and security precautions and rules are followed for employee and customer safety and protection
• Drives the process excellence initiative within assigned workstreams with a strong understanding of corporate processes, collaboration across the organization and communication both externally and internally
• Engage with customers and employees in a transparent, reliable, and positive manner
• Influence and lead others as a people, customer and business manager
• Support operational administration to move cars through processes with strong understanding of processes, collaboration across the organization and communication internally
• Act as the at-auction point person for auction support needs
• Know, practice, and ensure that company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws are always followed

Skills & Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate skills with various computer applications
• Proficiency in ADESA operations and workflow systems
• Operates with an organized and systematic approach to the work
• Demonstrated ability to follow-through with both internal partners and external customers and vendors
• Forward-thinking with the ability to learn and follow instructions
• Leads through encouragement and coaching, navigates change and conflict through positive resolution
• Detail oriented and consistent in the execution of job duties

Style

• Excel in a fast-pace, high-pressure environment where speed and quality are paramount
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and challenges others to strive for improvement
• Ability to demonstrate professional behavior always

Experiences

• High School or GED required
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent preferred
• Five or more years of people management experience
• Five to seven years of experience in a functional area of the position, safety preferred
• OSHA 30 safety training certification preferred
• Qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possesses a valid driver's license
• Automotive/auction experience preferred
• Proficient in verbal communication, and ability to influence and work successfully with all levels of auction organization

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• Generous PTO (paid time off).
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, reimbursement programs, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.

ABOUT US

ADESA currently operates 56 locations throughout the US. Our Vehicle Service & Logistics Centers, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many locations serve as market hub distribution sites. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us!

Legal:

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check and motor vehicle record check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.