Chris Gleason
@chrisgleason
Experienced collision center leader driving revenue and operational excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a high-performing Auto Body Estimator and Collision Center Leader with over 16 years in the automotive industry, focused on delivering accurate estimates, efficient repair flow, and excellent customer outcomes.
I manage high-volume dealership collision center operations, supervising and mentoring more than 10 technicians and support staff while consistently generating an average of $165K in monthly labor revenue and opening 250–300 repair orders per month.
I-CAR Certified, I write and audit estimates using CCC ONE, identify and negotiate DRP supplements, and oversee OEM parts procurement and vendor negotiations, leveraging tools like PartsTrader and experience with OEM, aftermarket, and LKQ parts.
I am results-oriented, skilled at managing DRP relationships, controlling costs, and improving customer satisfaction and retention through active production flow management and timely delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Manager – Collision Center
Willowbrook Ford
Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 2 months)
Lead high-volume dealership collision center operations, supervising 10+ technicians and generating an average $165K monthly labor revenue while managing DRP relationships and OEM/vendor negotiations.
Manager – Complete Vehicle
Complete Vehicle
Jan 2009 - Dec 2015 (6 years 11 months)
Managed daily operations of an aftermarket parts company, supervised staff, performed installations, and negotiated vendor pricing to ensure fitment accuracy and quality control.
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