Automotive Detail Manager

Location:

Walterboro Ford -

Walterboro, SC Position Type:

Full-Time Compensation:

Salary + Performance Bonuses (based on productivity, quality, and recon time) Are you ready to take ownership of a dealership's appearance, speed, and quality? Walterboro Ford is growing, and we are looking for a Detail Manager who doesn't just clean cars—but runs a high-efficiency reconditioning operation . This role is critical to our success. You will be responsible for ensuring every vehicle—new, used, and service—meets our standards for presentation, speed, and consistency. If you take pride in building systems, leading people, and holding a high bar, we want to talk to you. What You'll Be Responsible For Managing all detail and reconditioning operations Overseeing used car recon from trade-in to frontline-ready Leading and developing a team of detailers Ensuring fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality Maintaining lot appearance and cleanliness standards Coordinating with Sales, Service, and Used Car departments Implementing processes that eliminate bottlenecks What We Expect High urgency and accountability Strong leadership and team management skills Ability to build and enforce processes Experience in automotive detailing or recon (management preferred) Eye for detail and pride in presentation What You Get Competitive pay with performance bonuses Growth opportunity within a fast-growing dealership A team environment focused on winning and accountability The ability to build and run your own department If you're the type that sees problems and fixes them immediately, this is your opportunity to lead. Apply today. Core Responsibilities 1. Recon & Inventory Flow Management Manage the full lifecycle of vehicle recon: Trade-in Inspection Service Detail Frontline Track and prioritize vehicles daily Ensure all units are frontline-ready within target timeframes Work directly with Used Car Manager on priorities 2. Team Leadership & Development Hire, train, and manage detail staff Set daily production expectations Hold team accountable to quality and speed standards Conduct regular performance reviews 3. Quality Control Inspect all vehicles before being marked complete

Ensure:

No missed spots, stains, or odors Proper finishing (tires, windows, interiors, etc.) Maintain consistent standards across all units 4. Productivity & Efficiency Set and track daily/weekly output goals Eliminate downtime and inefficiencies Ensure proper workflow between service and detail Reduce recon time to improve inventory turn 5. Lot & Facility Management Maintain overall lot cleanliness and organization Ensure showroom vehicles meet display standards Oversee wash schedule for inventory and sold units 6.

Interdepartmental Coordination Work closely with:

Sales Managers (priority units) Service Department (timelines) BDC/Delivery team (sold units) Ensure vehicles are ready when promised Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Average Recon Time (

Goal:

48-72 hours frontline-ready) Units Completed Per Day/Week Comebacks/Re-cleans Cost per vehicle (chemicals, labor efficiency) Lot and inventory presentation scores Qualifications Automotive detailing experience required (management preferred) Strong leadership and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail Valid driver's license Automotive Detail Manager 2.0 2.0 out of 5 stars 902 Bells Highway, Walterboro, SC 29488 Full-time Walterboro Ford 2 reviews

Full-time Location:

Walterboro Ford -

Walterboro, SC Position Type:

Full-Time Compensation:

Salary + Performance Bonuses (based on productivity, quality, and recon time) Are you ready to take ownership of a dealership's appearance, speed, and quality? Walterboro Ford is growing, and we are looking for a Detail Manager who doesn't just clean cars—but runs a high-efficiency reconditioning operation . This role is critical to our success. You will be responsible for ensuring every vehicle—new, used, and service—meets our standards for presentation, speed, and consistency. If you take pride in building systems, leading people, and holding a high bar, we want to talk to you. What You'll Be Responsible For Managing all detail and reconditioning operations Overseeing used car recon from trade-in to frontline-ready Leading and developing a team of detailers Ensuring fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality Maintaining lot appearance and cleanliness standards Coordinating with Sales, Service, and Used Car departments Implementing processes that eliminate bottlenecks What We Expect High urgency and accountability Strong leadership and team management skills Ability to build and enforce processes Experience in automotive detailing or recon (management preferred) Eye for detail and pride in presentation What You Get Competitive pay with performance bonuses Growth opportunity within a fast-growing dealership A team environment focused on winning and accountability The ability to build and run your own department If you're the type that sees problems and fixes them immediately, this is your opportunity to lead. Apply today. Core Responsibilities 1. Recon & Inventory Flow Management Manage the full lifecycle of vehicle recon: Trade-in Inspection Service Detail Frontline Track and prioritize vehicles daily Ensure all units are frontline-ready within target timeframes Work directly with Used Car Manager on priorities 2. Team Leadership & Development Hire, train, and manage detail staff Set daily production expectations Hold team accountable to quality and speed standards Conduct regular performance reviews 3. Quality Control Inspect all vehicles before being marked complete

Ensure:

No missed spots, stains, or odors Proper finishing (tires, windows, interiors, etc.) Maintain consistent standards across all units 4. Productivity & Efficiency Set and track daily/weekly output goals Eliminate downtime and inefficiencies Ensure proper workflow between service and detail Reduce recon time to improve inventory turn 5. Lot & Facility Management Maintain overall lot cleanliness and organization Ensure showroom vehicles meet display standards Oversee wash schedule for inventory and sold units 6.

Interdepartmental Coordination Work closely with:

Sales Managers (priority units) Service Department (timelines) BDC/Delivery team (sold units) Ensure vehicles are ready when promised Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Average Recon Time (

Goal:

48-72 hours frontline-ready) Units Completed Per Day/Week Comebacks/Re-cleans Cost per vehicle (chemicals, labor efficiency) Lot and inventory presentation scores Qualifications Automotive detailing experience required (management preferred) Strong leadership and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail Valid driver's license