JUSTIN T. HASEMAN
Lot Operations Supervisor (Manhiem Denver)
Denver,CO
Summary
Talented and dedicated automotive operations professional with over 28 years of industry experience in lot operations, logistics, warehouse management, and team leadership. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration to strengthen strategic leadership, business management, and organizational development skills, and seeking a long-term career path with advancement opportunities where operational expertise, leadership, and commitment to safety can support organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lot Operations Supervisor
Manheim (Cox Automotive)
Aurora, CO
07.2024 - Current
- Supervise and direct daily lot operations while ensuring efficient, safe, and accurate vehicle movement from check-in to the sale lanes.
- Lead lot operations to maintain efficient pre-sale and post-sale workflow.
- Supervise vehicle check-in, coordinating drivers, lane captains, and operational staff.
- Manage all vehicle flow, ensuring accuracy in stocking, staging, sequencing, and parking.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve auction-day issues promptly.
- Inspect and maintain lot equipment for safety and functionality.
- Monitor lot damage, conduct reviews, and assist in prevention strategies.
- Collaborate with Reconditioning, Check-in, Factory, and Fleet/Lease teams.
- Assign work, create schedules, and oversee workflow accuracy and compliance.
- Assist with employee coaching, corrective action, and performance evaluation.
- Promote Cox Safety Excellence standards and enforce safe practices.
- Support workforce planning, KPI monitoring, and operational improvement initiatives.
- Lead by example in professionalism, communication, and teamwork.
Assistant Operations Manager
US Autoforce
Denver, CO
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Lead a team of six while managing receiving, pulling, returns, loading, transfers, FedEx shipments, and inventory accuracy.
- Manage daily warehouse operations with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Lead Saturday delivery operations, including routing, dispatching, and support.
- Provide weekend customer service and call-center support to resolve delivery issues.
- Ensure safety compliance and oversee delivery fleet maintenance schedules.
- Train and coach team members, supporting performance and development.
- Oversee payroll, overtime, and labor allocation for cost-effective operations.
- Conduct cycle counts and maintain inventory integrity.
- Identify workflow improvements and support operational efficiency projects.
Operations Supervisor
US Autoforce
Denver, CO
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Supervised a team of 13 drivers, four pullers, a dock lead, a FedEx associate, and a backup dispatcher while managing all warehouse shipping operations.
- Oversaw daily shipping operations, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
- Ensured driver and puller compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Managed fleet maintenance and scheduled repairs.
- Supported routing, logistics planning, load sequencing, and dispatch.
- Resolved customer concerns related to deliveries or freight accuracy.
- Maintained communication between warehouse, transportation, and customer service teams.
- Monitored safety, efficiency, and operational performance metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ02-2028
Associate degree - Automotive Technology
Lincoln College of Technology
Denver01-2007
Skills
- Lot Operations & Auction Expertise
- Lot operations management & vehicle flow coordination
- Vehicle staging, sequencing & lane flow efficiency
- Damage monitoring, prevention & incident reporting
- Equipment inspection, maintenance oversight & safety compliance
- Leadership & Workforce Management
- Employee supervision, coaching & development
- Scheduling, task assignment & workflow optimization
- Corrective action support & performance evaluation
- Cross-department coordination (Reconditioning, Fleet/Lease, Factory, Check-in)
- Operational Excellence & Efficiency
- KPI tracking & performance improvement
- Staffing level evaluation & labor optimization
- High-volume operational problem-solving
- Inventory accuracy, cycle counting & auditing
- Customer Service & Communication
- Customer interaction & issue resolution
- Dealer, vendor & transporter communication
- Auction-day coordination & problem-solving
- Logistics, Warehouse & Administrative Skills
- Shipping, receiving & logistics coordination
- Route planning, scheduling & dispatching
- Fleet maintenance oversight
- Payroll, budgeting & cost-control
- AS400, Elite Extra & operational software
- E-commerce operations & data integrity management
Accomplishments
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Timeline
Lot Operations Supervisor
Manheim (Cox Automotive)
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Operations Manager
US Autoforce
01.2019 - 01.2024
Operations Supervisor
US Autoforce
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate degree - Automotive Technology
Lincoln College of Technology
LEADERSHIP & COMMITTEES
- President, Safety Committee
- Lead safety initiatives, meetings, and cross-departmental coordination to improve workplace safety culture.
- Review incidents, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
- Partner with leadership to promote compliance with OSHA, company, and industry safety standards.
- Educate employees on safety policies, equipment use, and best practices.
- Strengthen team engagement by modeling and reinforcing a proactive approach to workplace safety.