Results-driven Automotive Repair Expert with over 20 years of experience in collision repair, insurance estimating, and team leadership. Proven track record of increasing shop revenue by 15% through effective parts management and upselling. Skilled in maintaining customer satisfaction, managing operations, and reducing cycle time by 10% with innovative repair processes. Strong communicator capable of managing high-pressure environments while providing empathy and assurance to clients.
• Conducted thorough damage assessments, identifying all necessary repairs to restore vehicles to pre-accident conditions.
• Demonstrated adaptability while managing multiple cases simultaneously under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or accuracy in estimations provided.
• Supported customers throughout the repair process, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress as needed.
• Showcased exceptional customer service skills when interacting with clients in high-stress situations, providing empathy and reassurance during difficult times.
• Improved customer satisfaction 20% by providing accurate and timely repair estimates for collision damages.
• Contributed to team success by collaborating with technicians, service advisers, and other staff members to ensure smooth operations within the shop.
• Minimized potential conflicts by effectively documenting all aspects of each collision case, including detailed photographs and written descriptions of damages incurred.
• Increased shop revenue 15% through effective upselling of additional services during the estimation process.
• Maintained positive relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of parts and materials for repairs.
• Gathered data on materials, labor and parts costs to determine total costs of projects.
• Utilized Online parts data providers such as Parts Trader and OpsTrax to maximize parts profit margins while providing cast effective repairs for clients and insurance partners.