Preparation Centre Supervisor

We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as a Preparation Centre Supervisor. What does the role of Preparation Centre Supervisor involve?

• Ensure that all vehicles arriving on site for sale are processed as per the Evans Halshaw operating standard, managing vehicle status within our Pinnacle database
• Process and complete all stock requiring preparation, ensuring maximum efficiency of mechanical and cosmetic preparation through the workshop
• Liaise with the Sales department, Smart teams and third-party suppliers to coordinate any required bodyshop repairs in line with agreed standards
• Work with the valet team to ensure all vehicles are valeted to the highest standards
• Quality check all used vehicles ready for sale, ensuring they are in line with the Evans Halshaw preparation standards, and complete all photography and video requirements
• Processing of internal invoices
What qualities do I need to succeed in the Preparation Centre Supervisor role?
• A passion for delivering exceptionally high standards
• Experience within an automotive or retail merchandising environment, with knowledge of managing products through quality standards through a supply chain
• IT, written and verbal skills
• Ease with working under pressure to tight deadlines, with excellent organisational qualities and a great eye for detail
• A full UK driving licence
• Accounting for and managing Technicians time when working on jobs.
• Ensuring Job Card write up compliance with regards to OEM Warranty Procedures.
• Managing and improving workshop Productivity and Efficiency by allocating the correct jobs to the correctly skilled technician
• Identifying Technician Training Needs.
  
  What we can offer you:
• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you're supported when it matters most
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that's why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme
At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people: As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we're passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values-Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!-fuel everything we do. Join us, and you'll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you're ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we'd love to have you with us on this journey. Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of , and . We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law. We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: . Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.

Competitive salary and OTE with pension, life assurance, 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services