Job Description
We are currently looking to add a skilled & experienced VDA/Estimator to our excellent team in Reading.
Main:
* Full time / Permanent
* Salary between £40,000 - £45,000
* Fantastic and achievable bonus scheme
* Monday – Friday
* 8am – 5pm
Key Tasks:
* To achieve profit through accuracy and full appreciation of repair methods opportunities and Bodyshop KPI’s.
* Exercise positive negotiating selling techniques / skills.
* Maintain a sound working knowledge of computerised estimating packages.
* Attend daily production meetings; provide feedback to manager/team on matters affecting VDA.
* Personally monitor the progress of vehicles through VDA and production cycles to ensure VDA/Production efficiency.
* Maintain awareness of personal performance vs. quota and activity targets.
* Develop strong relationships with stake holders - client/driver/engineer/work provider.
* Identify service opportunities and provide an effective upselling sales function to customers.
* Ensure that all housekeeping and Health and Safety regulations/policies are adhered to.
* Monitor statistics in line with weekly and monthly reporting requirements (DOS).
* Match the job authorisations to the information on Advance and provide to workshop personnel.
* You will work to a high standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques.
If you match the criteria above, we would love to hear from you