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Ryan J. Carr

Cumming,GA

Summary

Experienced, self-motivated, energetic, Service Writer and Estimator. A people-person with a talent for connecting with customers and developing lasting relationships. Meticulously manages each claim with a focus on customer satisfaction and insurance agency communication, resulting in positive outcomes and customer loyalty. Dedicated to continuing education. Passionate about building trusting relationships with technicians, employee loyalty, and superior customer service. SPECIAL SKILLS Management (delegating tasks, motivating teams, enhanced communications) Customer Service (Making appointments for customers complimented by timely communications throughout repairs for a smooth customer-focused process that results in return business) Insurance Agencies’ Policies & Procedures (Knowledge of multiple agencies’ P&Ps) Additional Skills (Body shop, Pricing, Auto Estimating, Automotive Repair, Mechanic Experience, Vehicle Maintenance, Oil Change, Transmissions, Forklift Operations, Automotive Service, Customer Service, Analysis, Production Management) Customer-oriented General/ Assistant Manager with 5 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Body Shop General Manager

Friendship Paint And Body
02.2022 - Current
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.

Customer Service Consultant/Service Writer, Estimator

Classic Collision
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Resourceful appraiser responsible for writing auto claims on CCC software
  • Creative collaborator, maintaining knowledge of major insurance companies’ policies and procedures
  • Multi-Tasker
  • Posting invoices to jobs
  • Writing up returns
  • Communicating with multiple vendors and customers
  • Parts coordinator
  • Lead contact with insurance companies

Customer Service Consultant/Service Writer, Estimator

CALIBER COLLISION
01.2020 - 11.2020
  • Resourceful appraiser responsible for writing auto claims on CCC software
  • Secure photo documentation for upload and approval of supplements Creative collaborator, maintaining knowledge of major insurance companies’ policies and procedures
  • Lead contact with insurance companies for supplements and approvals Parts coordinator Multi-tasker:
  • Posting invoices to jobs
  • Writing up returns
  • Communicating with multiple vendors and customers
  • Verifying and ordering parts for jobs Effective communicator, maintaining high level of communication with parts department, technicians, painters, and vendors Strong negotiator securing supplements:
  • Providing photo documentation of damage/additional damage and invoices Virtual assist for supplements Greet and assist customers with claims Continuing Education: Insurance Company Policies & Procedures

Estimator/Service Writer

HAWK FRAME & AXLE, J
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Built relationships with customers and excelled in customer retention Excellent communicator with insurance companies to facilitate a smooth claims process Managed shop production Claims supervision Insurance
  • Fleet management
  • Warranty Estimation techniques
  • Cost analysis: parts, supplies/inventory, and labor
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Production Operator, Lead Operator

DUNCAN FAMILY FARMS
04.2017 - 07.2018
  • Machinery
  • Fork Lift/Scissor Lift/Telehandler Extendable Arm Lift
  • John Deer Tactor/skid steers and implements
  • Hydraulic Equipment
  • Backhoes/Heavy Loaders Maintenance
  • Machinery, Farm Equipment, Implements, and Tools

Assistant Manager

SPURR DEALERSHIPS
02.2012 - 11.2016

Collision Shop
06.2012 - 01.2016
  • Managed daily shop operations and employees Customer relationships and service
  • Greeted customer, assisted with claims, took photographs for documentation, maintained communications with customers during vehicle repairs Wrote estimates Point of Contact for major insurance companies
  • Completed monthly continuing Education on specific insurance companies’ Policies & Procedures
  • Maintained documentation of supplements
  • Negotiated supplements with adjusters Parts Inventory

Delivery Specialist

New Car Detail
02.2012 - 06.2012
  • Responsible for all vehicle detail and preparation services before delivery to buyer

Education

Adjuster Pro I-Car Gold Certification Holder PSI Exams -

Skills

  • Claims Appraising Customer Service Strategic Analytical Thinker
  • Communication Negotiation Organization/Follow Up
  • Estimates Management Leadership
  • SOFTWARE
  • Microsoft Office, Expert CCC1 Software, some Mitchel and AutoTech software experience

Affiliations

EDUCATION/SPECIAL SKILLS/SOFTWARE

Additional Information

  • PROFESSIONAL LICENSE , Series 17-71 License ~ NY State Independent Auto Damage and Theft Appraisal

Timeline

Body Shop General Manager

Friendship Paint And Body
02.2022 - Current

Customer Service Consultant/Service Writer, Estimator

Classic Collision
09.2021 - 02.2022

Customer Service Consultant/Service Writer, Estimator

CALIBER COLLISION
01.2020 - 11.2020

Estimator/Service Writer

HAWK FRAME & AXLE, J
12.2018 - 01.2020

Production Operator, Lead Operator

DUNCAN FAMILY FARMS
04.2017 - 07.2018

Collision Shop
06.2012 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager

SPURR DEALERSHIPS
02.2012 - 11.2016

Delivery Specialist

New Car Detail
02.2012 - 06.2012

Adjuster Pro I-Car Gold Certification Holder PSI Exams -

Ryan J. Carr