Parts Operations Manager - AL / GA / SC

Summary of Primary Functions :

This position is responsible for managing the inventory, sale and distribution of John Deere and “all-makes” parts within their branch location, and for meeting and exceeding Company goals and objectives as regards to parts sales and gross profit margins. This is an Exempt position and will report to he Director of Parts.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. (Other duties may be assigned)

• Develop, implement, and manage the annual department business plan within the branch
• Manage operating and capital budgets to attain or exceed sales, financial and gross profit targets
• Assist in developing marketing strategy to assist in selling product
• Train subordinates in sales techniques such as suggestive selling and closing skills
• Work with Parts Inventory Control Manager to ensure adequate inventory to satisfy internal and external customer needs and expectations.
• Monitor and manage reporting programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information.
• Attend training and parts meetings as required to stay current on new products and programs.
• Collaborates with Product Support Manager in setting objectives and ordering plans to support the marketing plan of the dealership.
• Maintains order cost and carrying charge calculations reflecting current market and economic conditions.
• Ensure the Branches utilize the surplus return programs to effectively manage inventory and obsolescence.
• Audits the performance of the department regarding inventory control on a monthly basis.
• Works with the Product Support Manager to develop, maintain and manage the execution of the Parts Strategic Business Plan for the organization.
• Monitors individual and overall Parts Department performance relative to parts sales, inventory management and expense control in line with the organization’s objectives.
• Develops, communicates, and monitors effective Parts Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction as well as Parts Department efficiencies.
• Understands and ensures adherence to company and customer data policies.
• Actively manage inventory cycle counts, investigate and approve any required adjustments and make any policy / procedure recommendations in conjunction with the Inventory Control Manager to correct Issues.

Qualifications :   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Education :   Formal education or training required to perform the essential functions of the job. Includes degrees, certifications, licenses and / or registration requirements.

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Work Environment :

While performing the functions of this job, the employee regularly works in a service field setting and is exposed to frequently changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to :

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