Honda Program Manager Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Description

Gladstone, OR | Honda | Trusted brand | No automotive experience required | Hospitality and sales backgrounds welcome | Veterans encouraged to apply | $50,000 - $120,000+ OTE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Swickard Honda of Gladstone, we serve a community that values trust, reliability, and a service experience that respects their time. Our best Service Advisors don't always come from automotive -- they come from anywhere great people are taught to listen, communicate clearly, and follow through for the people they serve.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Serve as the primary point of contact for guests throughout the service process -- from write-up to delivery

Translate technical repair information into clear, confident communication that earns trust and sets accurate expectations

Build precise estimates, commit to realistic timelines, and follow through on every promise made to the guest

Coordinate with technicians and parts to keep repair workflows moving efficiently and on schedule

Identify and present additional service recommendations that protect guest safety and vehicle value

Deliver a consistent, professional pickup and delivery experience that keeps guests coming back

Maintain accurate records in the DMS and uphold all documentation and compliance standards

Represent Swickard Honda of Gladstone and our hospitality standard in every guest interaction

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Automotive service advisor experience a plus -- not required. Our best advisors have come from hotels, restaurants, retail, fitness, and beyond. What they all share is a track record of taking care of people, following through, and doing it with integrity.

Proven success and experience in hospitality, sales, retail, or a guest-facing role -- this is the foundation we hire for

Clear, composed communicator who builds trust quickly and follows through on every commitment

Organized and accurate under pressure -- able to manage multiple guests and timelines without losing detail

Self-motivated with a genuine drive to serve people well and grow your earnings

Comfortable learning dealership systems and processes -- we'll train you on the automotive side

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

A hospitality mindset -- you treat every guest interaction like it matters

WHAT WE OFFER

OTE of $50,000 - $120,000+ annually

Paid training program -- we'll teach you the Honda product line, our service processes, and the Swickard way from day one

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and supplemental coverage options

Paid time off and paid holidays

Clear career path -- strong advisors grow into senior advisor and service management roles

Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

A supportive team culture where your growth is invested in and your effort is recognized

WHY SWICKARD HONDA OF GLADSTONE

Honda doesn't need to sell itself -- guests come in already believing in the brand, which means consistent traffic and real earning potential for a motivated advisor

Gladstone is a welcoming community in the greater Portland metro area -- a store where relationships matter and repeat guests are the norm

Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry

We invest in developing advisors from outside automotive -- the training is real, the support is there, and the earning potential follows your effort

Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we hire, how we lead, and how we serve every guest

Leadership that removes roadblocks and gives you the structure to succeed from day one

Swickard Honda of Gladstone is a high-volume, community-focused store that invests in people who bring the right mindset -- regardless of where they came from. If you know how to take care of people and you're willing to learn the rest, this is a role where your background becomes an advantage.

If you're ready to build a rewarding career in a role that puts your people skills to work every day -- we'd like to meet you.