Collision Center Manager Jobs
Collision Center Manager jobs are open across automotive dealerships, independent repair chains, and fleet service companies, at every level from assistant manager to multi-site director, with specializations in production workflow, estimating oversight, and insurance relations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Flow Collision Center of Charlottesville is seeking a full-time Parts Delivery Driver and Stocker Agent. Hours will be 35-40 a week. Must have a valid drivers license with a good driving record.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Delivery and pick-up of parts as needed in a company-owned vehicle
- Stock inventory in proper bin locations
- Perform periodic inventory checks for accuracy and quantity
- Assist Parts Team members as needed (pulling parts, delivery parts to technician, pull parts & stage for delivery, etc.)
- Offering exceptional customer service and communicating basic information about Flows value to the automotive market
- Other duties as assigned by the Parts Manager
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Flow Automotive Companies is committed to being on the cutting edge of the transportation industry and needs like-minded individuals to join our team. Our growth has been driven by a strategy to attract and develop high achieving people of outstanding character who are committed to operational excellence and to providing extraordinary personal service. Flow operates 54 automotive franchises representing 26 manufacturers in 10 cities and employs over 2,200 people in North Carolina and Virginia.
Flow provides competitive earning opportunities and a comprehensive benefits plan including:
- Medical, dental, and life insurance (including dependent coverage)
- Paid time off
- Paid volunteer time
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Financial Wellness Program
- Thrive@Flow Wellness Program
- Employee pricing for automotive service and vehicle purchases
- Scholarship program for children of employees
Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Flow Automotive Companies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Flow Collision Center of Charlottesville is seeking a full-time Parts Delivery Driver and Stocker Agent. Hours will be 35-40 a week. Must have a valid drivers license with a good driving record.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Delivery and pick-up of parts as needed in a company-owned vehicle
- Stock inventory in proper bin locations
- Perform periodic inventory checks for accuracy and quantity
- Assist Parts Team members as needed (pulling parts, delivery parts to technician, pull parts & stage for delivery, etc.)
- Offering exceptional customer service and communicating basic information about Flows value to the automotive market
- Other duties as assigned by the Parts Manager
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Flow Automotive Companies is committed to being on the cutting edge of the transportation industry and needs like-minded individuals to join our team. Our growth has been driven by a strategy to attract and develop high achieving people of outstanding character who are committed to operational excellence and to providing extraordinary personal service. Flow operates 54 automotive franchises representing 26 manufacturers in 10 cities and employs over 2,200 people in North Carolina and Virginia.
Flow provides competitive earning opportunities and a comprehensive benefits plan including:
- Medical, dental, and life insurance (including dependent coverage)
- Paid time off
- Paid volunteer time
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Financial Wellness Program
- Thrive@Flow Wellness Program
- Employee pricing for automotive service and vehicle purchases
- Scholarship program for children of employees
Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Flow Automotive Companies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in collision center manager jobs.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of collision repair management or estimating leadership experience
- Proficiency with estimating platforms such as CCC ONE, Mitchell, or Audatex
- Demonstrated knowledge of direct repair program requirements and insurance partner relations
- I-CAR training completion or active pursuit of Gold Class certification
- Ability to read and act on key performance indicators including cycle time and CSI scores
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Collision Center Manager Job Search
Quantify production metrics on your resume
Hiring managers in collision want cycle time, CSI scores, and repair order volume, not just job duties. Pull your actual numbers from DMS reports and put them in your bullets so reviewers can compare you directly against other candidates.
List your I-CAR and OEM certifications clearly
Certifications like I-CAR Gold Class, ProLevel designations, or OEM repair approvals from Honda, Tesla, or Ford are often listed as hard requirements. Put them in a dedicated credentials section near the top, not buried in a paragraph.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists collision center manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by DRP and insurance network requirements
Many postings specify direct repair program relationships with Allstate, State Farm, or GEICO as a requirement. Target openings that match your existing DRP experience rather than applying broadly and explaining gaps during screening.
Prepare a cycle time and KPI story for interviews
Expect panel interviews that focus on how you reduced supplement cycle time, managed technician productivity, or handled a volume spike. Walk in with two or three specific scenarios that tie your decisions to measurable shop outcomes.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting multi-site roles
Regional and multi-site manager postings frequently pull from outside the local market. Confirm whether the offer includes relocation assistance, a signing bonus, or a ramp-up period before you commit, since these are negotiable far more often than candidates expect.
Collision Center Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most collision center managers?
The companies hiring the most collision center managers right now include Asbury Automotive, Hendrick Automotive, and AutoNation, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Multi-location dealership groups and national collision chains tend to post the most volume consistently.
How many collision center manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of collision center manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of overseeing production floors and technician teams. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include regional oversight roles, estimating management, and insurance relations coordination that does not require daily floor presence.
How do you become a collision center manager?
Most collision center managers move up from roles as automotive body technicians, estimators, or assistant managers. Building proficiency with estimating software and earning I-CAR certifications strengthens your candidacy early. From there, taking on shift lead or assistant manager responsibilities, learning to read shop KPIs, and developing relationships with insurance direct repair programs positions you for a full manager role.
Can you get hired as a collision center manager with little experience?
Some employers will hire candidates with strong estimating backgrounds or service management experience from adjacent automotive roles into an assistant or junior manager title. Emphasizing your knowledge of production workflow, your ability to read cycle time data, and any supervisory experience, even informal, makes a stronger case than a general management background alone.
What does the collision center manager interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone screen focused on your production experience and software familiarity, followed by an in-person interview with the regional manager or owner. You should expect scenario questions about handling technician performance issues, managing an insurance supplement dispute, and improving a struggling cycle time metric. Some employers include a shop walkthrough as part of the final round.
Where can I find and apply to collision center manager jobs?
You can find and apply to collision center manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, certifications, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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