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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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BRYAN EDWARD COLLINS

Weston,USA

Summary

Experienced and highly respected automotive leader with over a decade in dealership service operations, including success as a BMW Master Elite Shop Foreman. ASE Master Certified with a completed B.S. in Business Administration. Known for staying poised under pressure, resolving complex issues, and building strong, loyal teams. Trusted by technicians and advisors alike for clear guidance, hands-on mentorship, and effective problem-solving.


Skilled in diagnosing complex issues, optimizing workflow efficiency, and mentoring staff to elevate individual and team performance. Experienced in developing and implementing operational processes tailored to address root causes and prevent recurring issues. Frequently sought out by team members for support due to a collaborative and solution-oriented management style. Now seeking a Service Manager or Service Director position to leverage leadership experience, process-driven thinking, and operational expertise to deliver continued growth and service excellence within a franchise dealership environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master Elite Shop Foreman

Braman BMW
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintain relationships with manufacturer representatives
  • Audit and sign all warranty repair orders verifying accuracy
  • Implement and enforce operational procedures
  • Manage team of advisors and technicians
  • Defuse customer complaints and rectify issue
  • Regulate the flow of work into the shop
  • Conduct bi-weekly team meetings
  • Verify company/manufacturer expectations are upheld
  • Consult advisors/customers on complex upsells

Team Leader/Master Elite Technician

Lauderdale BMW Pembroke Pines
11.2012 - 09.2023
  • Mentoring technicians
  • Execute weekly technician meetings
  • Help with difficult vehicle diagnosis
  • Communicate workflow with other team leaders
  • Customer relations
  • Provide reports to management
  • Dispatching Work

Apprentice Technician

Thompson Lexus
01.2011 - 03.2012
  • Maintain shop cleanliness
  • Working with lead technician

Education

Bachelors - Business Administration Management

Western Governors University
Millcreek, Utah
08.2025

BMW STEP - undefined

Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FL
10.2012

Advanced Automotive Technology/High Performance - undefined

Automotive Training Center
Warminster, PA
02.2012

High School - General Studies

Pennridge High School
Perkasie, PA
06.2010

Skills

  • Effective task delegation
  • Client support
  • Team leadership
  • Service management
  • Service repair management
  • Warranty process optimization
  • Automotive dealership management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Effective communication
  • Defining strategic vision
  • Guide multicultural groups
  • Dealership Management Software

Accomplishments

  • Increased team productivity from an average of 450–550 hours per pay period to 700–800 hours.
  • Consistently supported advisors in achieving or exceeding an effective labor rate of $325/hour, with some department averages now surpassing $400/hour.
  • Contributed to record-breaking performance, including $2.7 million in gross labor (not including parts) in September 2024, one of the department’s highest-grossing months to date

Certification

  • ASE Master Technician (A1-A9)
  • ASE Advanced Specialist (L1)
  • BMW Master Elite Shop Foreman
  • BMW High Voltage Specialist
  • MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Certification)

Timeline

Master Elite Shop Foreman

Braman BMW
09.2023 - Current

Team Leader/Master Elite Technician

Lauderdale BMW Pembroke Pines
11.2012 - 09.2023

Apprentice Technician

Thompson Lexus
01.2011 - 03.2012

BMW STEP - undefined

Universal Technical Institute

Advanced Automotive Technology/High Performance - undefined

Automotive Training Center

High School - General Studies

Pennridge High School

Bachelors - Business Administration Management

Western Governors University