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Overview
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Certification
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IMTIYAZ  TOLE

IMTIYAZ TOLE

Dubai

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver, dedicated to streamlining operations .Service-driven Body Shop Manager bringing 18+ years of effective leadership, fostering team productivity, organizational profitability and operational efficiency. Works productively with vendors and insurance agencies to drive cost-saving initiatives. Effective at engaging and communicating at all levels of clientele and business to support sustainability and long-term customer retention.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bodyshop Manager

Technical Resources Est
05.2024 - Current

Responsible for handling Bodyshop Operations for Premium Multi-Brand Vehicles & Electric Vehicles for Body-Paint, Mechanical & Electrical Works.

Bodyshop Manager

Skydome Auto & Body Centre
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Responsible for handling Bodyshop Operations.
  • Managing workshop & production team for timely deliveries of vehicles.
  • Achieving monthly sales target on parts & labor.
  • Attending customer query & negotiation with insurance companies.
  • Coordinating with external vendors for procurements of parts and consumable items.

General Manager of Operations

Visco Auto Repairs
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • To perform in achieving Monthly Sales Target.
  • Increase monthly (Customer Satisfaction Value) and (Net Promoter Score) for enhancement of business levels and customer retention.
  • Interacting with customer and service advisors to resolve customer complaints.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Bodyshop Manager

Al-Futtaim Auto Centers
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Responsible in handling Bodyshop Operations in Middle East UAE for dealers for Toyota, Lexus and Multi Brand vehicles.
  • Core responsibility in handling customer complaints and time management for vehicle turn around time.
  • Establishing relationships with insurance appraisers , parts suppliers & sublet vendors.
  • Coordinating with technicians and floor supervisors for completion of jobs on given timelines.
  • Support customer service and satisfaction objectives by resolving escalation of issues, establishing payment arrangements and promoting sales.

Senior Floor Supervisor

Cars, ETA Ascon Group, Deira
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Responsible for handling complete floor management, test drive and quality control of vehicles for body-shop.
  • Responsible for Zero Repairs .
  • Achieving monthly sales targets.

Body Shop Controller

Hallmark Honda Automotive Pvt.Ltd
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Worked with authorized dealers of Honda Motors.
  • Responsible for handling complete body-shop operations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems

Body Shop Service Advisor

Kuwait Automotive Import Co
06.2004 - 01.2006
  • In Bodyshop with dealers of Peugeot & Mazda
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Diploma in Automobiles -

Kohinoor Technical Institute
07.1991

Higher Secondary School Certificate -

Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad
Uttar Pradesh,India.
04.1990

Skills

  • Experience in handling bodyshop operation including estimation , insurance approvals, parts ordering and repair planning
  • Capable of assessing damage and re-inspecting of vehicles for quality assurance after repair
  • Knowledge of operating Mitchell Connect, Audatex & Repair Centre for vehicle status updates
  • Hands on in creating parts order through APU , Collision Link & Parts Bridge
  • Knowledge of ordering used or aftermarket parts through ( LKQ&Tiger parts portal)
  • Complete knowledge of handling of bodyshop tools & equipments
  • Capable of handling Diagnostic Scanners for erasing DTC fault codes
  • Computer application (MS Word, Excel, Outlook & Power Point)

Certification

Completed Course for Vehicle Measuring System with Car-O-Liner Middle East Training Centre, United Arab Emirates, April 2011.


System applications SAP IS Auto (Bodyshop Operation Management System).


Audatex vehicle damage assessing management system .


Successfully completed multiple online & classroom training program conducted by Al-Futtaim Training Center for personal Skill Development.


Completed training program for Kaizen Activities conducted by Toyota Motor Corporation.


Additional Information

  • 18+ years and above work experience in bodyshop operation.
  • Self-motivated, devoted and having decisive management skills.
  • Having in-depth knowledge in the field automotive collision repairs of vehicles.
  • Capable of handling complexity & multitask operation in tight deadlines.
  • Awarded MD’s Best Choice Award in 2015 for outstanding contribution as workshop manager for handling bodyshop operations at Al-Futtaim Auto Centers.
  • Awarded with merit certificate for best performance as floor supervisor in body shop at Cars Workshop during the year 2008 - 2009 & 2009 - 2010.

Timeline

Bodyshop Manager

Technical Resources Est
05.2024 - Current

Bodyshop Manager

Skydome Auto & Body Centre
08.2023 - 01.2024

General Manager of Operations

Visco Auto Repairs
01.2020 - 07.2023

Bodyshop Manager

Al-Futtaim Auto Centers
01.2012 - 01.2020

Senior Floor Supervisor

Cars, ETA Ascon Group, Deira
01.2007 - 01.2012

Body Shop Controller

Hallmark Honda Automotive Pvt.Ltd
01.2006 - 01.2007

Body Shop Service Advisor

Kuwait Automotive Import Co
06.2004 - 01.2006

Diploma in Automobiles -

Kohinoor Technical Institute

Higher Secondary School Certificate -

Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad
IMTIYAZ TOLE