
Communication Specialist
Lithia & Driveway
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Oregon • United States
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Salary
💰 $17 - $24 per hour
About the role
- Serve as a subject matter expert, partnering with Shared Services teams to clarify needs, provide effective solutions, and conduct root cause analysis
- Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills while maintaining knowledge of the automotive industry
- Navigate multiple systems and applications interchangeably to resolve issues efficiently
- Document and escalate inquiries appropriately, following established processes
- Resolve internal and external customer inquiries related to: Payment issues, Inventory questions, Funding concerns, Banking inquiries, General customer concerns
- Deliver service across multiple channels (phone, email, chat)
- Maintain high standards of quality, responsiveness, and results-driven performance
- Assist in developing and updating knowledgebase solutions for training and informational purposes
- Contribute to improving procedures and processes to enhance customer satisfaction
- Meet Quality Assurance program objectives to ensure excellent service delivery
- Align daily responsibilities with long-term company vision and strategic goals
- Prioritize tasks effectively in a deadline-driven environment
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with dealerships, peers, leadership, and cross-functional partners
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of related experience
- Strong attention to detail and a strong sense of urgency
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple systems simultaneously
- Associate’s degree preferred (not required)
- Background in banking, finance, or accounting strongly preferred
- Experience with ancillary products such as GAP, lifetime oil plans, and related F&I products is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Lithia Learning Center
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Wellness Programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
root cause analysisproblem-solvingknowledgebase developmentquality assurancetask prioritizationcustomer servicebanking inquiriesinventory managementpayment processingfunding analysis
Soft Skills
attention to detailsense of urgencywritten communicationverbal communicationrelationship buildingcollaborationadaptabilityresults-driventime managementcustomer satisfaction
Certifications
Associate’s degree