Location Manager

WESTERN EQUIPMENT LLC•Dalhart, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for achievement of location business plan objectives and fulfilling the expectations of all stakeholders (owners, customers, and employees). Provides leadership in evaluating, allocating, and managing human, physical and financial resources for the location. Optimizes the profitable growth of the business, the personal growth of employees, and the satisfaction of customers.

Requirements

Five years previous management experience preferred
Good computer and microsoft office skills
Background in Agriculitre strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Executes the business plan and achieves financial performance, including sales, budgets and cost control, according to established goals for a location(s)
Ensures that appropriate communication takes place within and across all departments at the store location(s) which may include leading regular department management staff meetings and all employee meetings
Communicates the dealership values, principles, vision and mission within their location
Communicates with other store managers to implement best practices and consistent processes for all departments within the organization
Supports corporate managers in implementing changes in any department within the location
Ensures the successful planning and execution of marketing activities and events
Oversees maintenance, security and a professional appearance of the facility and property for the location
Provides input to the hiring, development and coaching, evaluation, and effectiveness of the management team and other employees within the store
Manages on-going relationships with John Deere personnel
Develops and maintains a positive relationship with all existing and new customers and resolves any elevated customer issues
Develops and enforces best practices for all departments
Engages in the implementing of John Deere’s mainstreaming throughout all departments
Oversees seasonal parts promotions and Greenlight Service promotions
Works with Parts and Service Managers or the Corporate Aftermarket Manager to promote customer satisfaction
It is management's responsibility to ensure that the "Sales Guidelines for Tax Exemption" policy is understood and implemented at their location. Managers are responsible for ensuring that this policy is being followed and that Western Equipment LLC is in compliance with state tax laws at all times.
The Store Manager is responsible for attaining the following Market Share percentages; Large Ag 68.5%, Mid 56%, and Small Ag 42.5%.
Develops and executes the Sales Department metrics and goals
Manages and coaches sales professionals to implement the sales process, especially for deals involving MUD
Creates development plans for sales professionals which includes identifying training needs
Creates and executes an effective wholegoods marketing strategy
May represent the company for the sale of machinery to key customers as needed
Implements a consistent sales process that drives optimal financial, market and customer performance
Develops and implements incentives plans for sales team and customers
Manages sales department equipment including vehicles and sales office equipment
Oversees and adequately maintains new machinery inventory according to demand and utilization
Manages used inventory levels and adjusts them through the use of machinery auctions, wholesaling, and internet advertising