Job DescriptionWe are working with a growing multi-location agriculture dealership that is looking to bring in a Parts Manager Agriculture to one of their locations. Parts Manager will manage the Parts Department in a manner to meet the Store objectives and drive parts sales by effectively scheduling and supervising the department employees to ensure work is performed in a professional and safe method and that all necessary administration is handled promptly. Parts Manager Agriculture Responsibilities:
- Understand and manage the various key indices within the department as they relate to the plans of the Store and Company initiatives to meet or exceed financial goals, i.e.: variance to a sales plan, gross margin dollars, gross margin percentages, outside purchases, parts obsolescence, etc.
- Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with manufacturer partners.
- Keep abreast of the specific customer base and the product base which will be the source for revenue generation for the Store.
- Develop selling skills through on-the-job training to ensure that parts counter staff are effectively facilitating the point-of-sale process, keeping customer service levels at a very high level.
- Handle customer parts inquiries including resolving customer complaints/issues.
- Manage all aspects of marketing and merchandising of the parts department to maximize the revenues of the department. Such as developing sales plans in accordance with market opportunity, store and company initiatives.
- Ensure customer satisfaction for all parts encounters with customers.
- Serve as a role model in the areas of environmental health and safety.
- Ensure the upkeep and overall appearance of the parts department,
- Oversee and manage efficient completion of administrative work associated with the parts department including all paperwork i.e., work orders and parts ordering, emergency parts orders, and returns.
- Ensure ongoing training and development of all parts department employees.
Parts Manager Agriculture Requirements:
- 3-5 years of work experience in agriculture related parts and operations
- Ability to effectively lead and manage people.
- Comprehensive understanding of internal and external business
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve employee and customer conflicts effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Demonstrated client service skills and the ability to develop strong business relationships.
- Demonstrated strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines efficiently.
- Keen attention to detail and a high level of initiative and ability to work independently.
- Ability to respond quickly, accurately, and professionally to demands and requests from customers and employees.
Apply now for the next step in your Agricultural Parts ManagementCareer! For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Eli Lucas ...@gogpac.com or call 843#######All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.