Department Director

Desjardins Volkswagen Charlesbourg • Québec, Quebec

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Department Director

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Job status

Full-time

Location

Desjardins Volkswagen Charlesbourg
Québec, QC, Canada

Workplace

On site

Job Description

Looking to lead a high-performance team in the automotive sector? This position is for you! We are seeking a Service Director to join our Quebec facilities. You will be responsible for managing the after-sales service and developing an exceptional customer experience, while ensuring operational performance and department profitability.

Job Description

  • Lead the after-sales service and supervise a team of technicians, receptionists, and coordinators to deliver high-quality services within designated timeframes.
  • Define and monitor operational goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) such as customer satisfaction, first-time resolution rate, average repair time, and profitability.
  • Optimize appointment scheduling, diagnostics, repairs, and billing processes; oversee parts and inventory management; ensure compliance with standards and procedures.
  • Work closely with sales and the group network to maximize added services and customer loyalty.
  • Guarantee safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and support team development and engagement.
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards and company procedures.
  • Collaborate with parts, sales, and administrative departments.
  • Train and develop employee skills.
  • Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and partners. Desired Profile
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a service management role or operational management within the automotive industry.
  • Relevant degree (e.g., administration, management, engineering) or equivalent; training in management and continuous improvement is an asset.
  • Proven leadership, excellent communication skills, strong customer service orientation, and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proficiency with after-sales management tools (diagnostics, parts, warranty, planning, DMS/CRM) and performance analysis; results-oriented and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to analyze performance indicators and make strategic decisions.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Bilingual French-English preferred; ability to work in a dynamic environment and prioritize activities.
  • Availability for flexible hours and to adapt to the operational needs of the network. Required Skills
  • Leadership and team mobilization capacity
  • Organization and priority management
  • Results-oriented mindset
  • Analytical and planning skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills Working Conditions
  • Full-time position
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Social benefits according to company policy
  • Life insurance
  • Professional work environment focused on operational excellence and technological innovation
  • Integration into a growing automotive group with career development and mobility opportunities Permits / Certificates
  • Driver's license (preferred) Job Location: On-site Are you a leader in the automotive field and looking for a new challenge? Join our team and contribute to the excellence of our service department. Confidentiality Notice This process is strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To perform the following tasks

Department supervision
Hiring and staff management
Implementation of strategies

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