Branch Manager

Company Overview:

Join the dynamic team at Transport Enterprise Leasing, LLC (TEL), a thriving company with two decades of success. We are faith-based and believe in the golden rule of treating others the same way we want to be treated. Our headquarters are nestled in the scenic Lookout Valley area of Chattanooga, TN, and we also operate an equipment reconditioning center in Greenfield, IN. As a finance company, TEL is dedicated to supporting hardworking transportation professionals, providing a range of services for both fleet owners and owner-operators. Our commitment to world-class customer service sets us apart. Explore our journey and services at www.tel360.com. Partner with TEL for a rewarding career in a rapidly growing industry!

Position Purpose:

The Branch Manager is a critical member of the TEL team who oversees all operations of the asset reconditioning, including, inventory management, facilities, human resources, and safety. The Branch Manager works with leadership to develop TEL’s fleet reconditioning processes and capabilities beyond internal needs to support greater fleet remarketing initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Continuously learn, share, and implement improvements in all processes and responsibilities as needed to enhance effectiveness of providing world class service and support.
• Plans, motivates, and coordinates the activities of the team.
• Continuously learn, share, and implement improvements in all processes and responsibilities as needed to enhance effectiveness of providing world class service and support.
• P & L accountability for a multi-million-dollar annual operation and 25+ associates.
• Directs and monitors all branch management or supervisory personnel functions and completes formal performance evaluations of all department managers at regularly scheduled intervals.
• Meets with managers individually to develop weekly, monthly, and annual goals and objectives, and to review actual performance.
• Ensures that the entire facility is clean and organized according to the most efficient standards and facility maintenance is kept in highest standards.
• Provides enthusiastic leadership to help shape employees' attitudes and build morale.
• Leads the facility safety programs ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies (OSHA, IDEM etc.)
• Establish best practices and procedures for equipment upfit / modification at lease origination to ensure quality and standardization.
• Routinely audit the reconditioning equipment to ensure it meets TEL wholesale standards.
• Develop strong working relationships with outside vendors to promote cost effective and timely repairs to TEL equipment.
• Audit equipment turn in inspections verses contract return conditions to validate needed repairs.
• Oversee the reconditioning process of TEL equipment to meet contract termination conditions.
• Track the lifecycle of equipment reconditioning to ensure costs are in line and total time meets expectations.
• Send weekly Recon repair status and reporting to management team.
• Monitor and manage special projects as required.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S or B.A) or equivalent; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of parts, repair processes, and body shop operations in a class 8 repair facility highly desired.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and motivate teams.
• Fulfill position responsibilities using sound business management practices, good decision making and communications skills (written/verbal and listening), and good hiring skills.
• Strong Microsoft application skills and ability to adapt to platforms like Salesforce, Karmak, DOMO
• Positive, high-energy personality with a desire to work hard to accomplish goals.
• An affinity for problem-solving.
• Well organized, proactive, results-oriented individual able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Team oriented and able to take direction and effectively manage with minimal supervision.
• Able to establish professional goals and implement a plan of action to achieve goals.
• Ability to budget and understand financial requirements.
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• General body shop setting
• Extended periods of sitting
• Extended periods of standing
  
  
  

Benefits:

• 100% employer paid medical and dental (single and family coverage) premiums through BlueCross BlueShield of TN.
• HSA with $800 annual employer contribution
• Voluntary Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 8-week paid family leave
• Paid time off
• 11 Holidays (including birthday and floating holiday)
• Paid day off on Veterans Day for Veterans
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Retirement Pay Program
• Years of Service Cash Incentive
• Smart Dollar financial wellness program