The Recon Estimator / Auditor II serves as an advanced recon subject matter expert responsible for estimating, auditing, and operational coordination of vehicle reconditioning activities. This role ensures accurate reconditioning estimates, vendor compliance, cost control, quality assurance, and efficient movement of vehicles through the recon pipeline. The position acts as a cross‑functional liaison between Client Services, internal recon teams, mechanical shops, and external vendors to support service level agreements (SLAs), cycle-time reduction, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Recon Operations Support
- Coordinate vehicles sent for sublet and off-site repairs, ensuring accurate tracking and consistent communication with vendors
- Act as a liaison between Client Services, recon teams, mechanical shops, and external vendors to ensure seamless day‑to‑day operations
- Monitor vehicle progress through the recon pipeline to support cycle-time reduction and throughput goals
- Assist in workflow coordination across departments to enhance operational efficiency and minimize delays
- Maintain direct communication with auction and recon departments to ensure proper vehicle movement, prioritization, and timely service completion
Estimating Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and detailed reconditioning estimates for mechanical, cosmetic, structural, and other recon services
- Produce estimates for commercial, dealer, rental, retail customers, as well as internal or lot damage repairs
- Ensure estimating aligns with internal standards, client SLAs, and cost control expectations
- Communicate estimates in required formats (electronic systems, email, written documentation) to meet internal and external customer needs
- Collaborate with Procurement/Purchasing to validate correct parts pricing and labor costs within estimates
- Monitor repair approvals, repair status, completion timelines, transportation needs, and customer updates as directed by management
Auditing & Quality Control
- Audit estimates, completed repairs, and vendor invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance
- Conduct condition report and imaging audits to reduce risk exposure, goodwill expense, and policy loss
- Examine vehicles to verify repair quality, scope accuracy, prior damage, and compliance with recon standards
- Identify discrepancies related to labor hours, parts usage, pricing, or non-approved repairs
- Enforce adherence to recon guidelines, safety standards, and client-specific requirements
Client & Vendor Engagement
- Serve as a primary point of contact for resolving recon-related issues for assigned accounts
- Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing vehicle condition questions or discrepancies
- Build strong working relationships with vendors to support quality, accountability, and performance expectations
- Educate clients on auction and recon processes and recommend recon services that enhance vehicle value
- Support resolution of complex recon challenges through collaboration with internal stakeholders
Compliance, Systems & Documentation
- Maintain strict adherence to company policies, recon standards, safety guidelines, and client SLAs
- Demonstrate working knowledge of condition report data, vehicle inspections, and identifying prior repairs (paintwork, body repair, frame damage, PDR, etc.)
- Ensure proper documentation and compliance with privacy and PII policies when applicable
- Maintain accurate records within recon, estimating, and inventory management systems
- Use Microsoft Office and internal systems effectively to document estimates, audits, and tracking data
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2–3+ years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years in the automotive or vehicle reconditioning industry
- Prior experience with vehicle reconditioning, estimating, auditing, or general automotive repair required
- Strong working knowledge of automotive repair methods, labor times, and parts pricing
- Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record
- Ability to operate vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions (preferred)
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and analytical judgment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Professional conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and ethical standards
Physical & Work Environment
- Ability to inspect vehicles in shop, lot, and auction environments
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and close visual inspection
- Exposure to shop environments, weather conditions, and vehicle operations
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Drug Testing:
To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
Compensation:
Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.17 - $27.31/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets
