Repair Vendor Manager

Solvd US

. Recruit, evaluate, onboard, and contract qualified collision repair facilities .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network management and performance improvement within the collision repair industry, leveraging strong analytical and communication skills to build relationships and drive operational excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network ManagementCollision Repair ProcessesBusiness Relationship ManagementPerformance AnalyticsOEM Certification Requirements

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Hard Skills

Vendor ManagementPerformance MetricsBusiness AnalyticsEstimation PlatformsCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsRelationship BuildingNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Performance DashboardsBusiness Intelligence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in BusinessBachelor’s Degree in Automotive Management

Industry Keywords

Collision Repair IndustryInsurance CarrierThird-Party AdministratorNetwork PerformanceOperational Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Recruit, evaluate, onboard, and contract qualified collision repair facilities
Identify and remove facilities that fail to meet performance or compliance standards
Maintain appropriate geographic distribution of repair facilities
Conduct regular business reviews with network partners
Monitor repair quality, cycle time, customer satisfaction, supplement frequency, communication, and assignment acceptance
Establish performance expectations and corrective action plans for underperforming facilities
Place facilities on performance improvement plans and monitor progress
Recognize and reward high-performing facilities through increased assignment opportunities and strategic partnerships
Analyze network data and trends to improve overall network performance
Ensure network facilities maintain required insurance coverage, business licenses, certifications, and OEM qualifications
Verify facilities have the equipment, technology, and capabilities to repair vehicles safely and properly
Monitor compliance with company standards and contractual obligations
Coordinate audits and documentation reviews
Build relationships with multi-shop operators and strategic network partners
Serve as the primary contact for escalated partner issues and operational concerns
Collaborate with partner leadership to improve operational performance
Represent Solvd at industry meetings, conferences, and partner events
Collaborate with Operations, Client Success, Sales, Product, and Customer Support teams
Provide network expertise during client implementations and market expansions
Support initiatives to increase network capacity, quality, and efficiency
Communicate market intelligence and partner feedback to internal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Automotive Management, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience required
5+ years of experience in network/vendor management required
Experience managing collision repair networks for an insurance carrier, third-party administrator, or technology provider preferred
Strong understanding of collision repair processes, estimating platforms, repair standards, and OEM certification requirements preferred
Demonstrated experience managing business relationships and negotiating with external partners
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel regularly to visit network partners and attend industry events
Knowledge of collision industry performance metrics and KPIs preferred
Experience with performance dashboards and business analytics preferred
Existing relationships within the collision repair industry preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision insurance, and more
401(k) plan options
Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
Opportunity to grow with a dynamic, innovative team in a startup-like culture