Manager - Rental Services Branch II

MacAllister•Lansing, MI

49d

About The Position

Position Summary Position is responsible for the operational management of the Rental branch. Manager will set the tone, pace and culture of the rental branch adhering to the MFC's credo and vision while providing a safe, enjoyable workplace. Position Duties/Responsibilities Meet all safety goals of the Branch and promote a safe work environment through good housekeeping, elimination of safety hazards, responsiveness to employee suggestions etc. Safety Obey all safety rules and policies Keep shop and equipment staging area clean and free of clutter Maintain all hazardous material law II series procedures Ensure that overhead cranes, floor jacks, compressors, welding carts, fire extinguishers, etc. are inspected and documented Enforce all personal protective equipment rules and regulations Ensure all safety rules and policies are enforced Have a weekly tool box safety meeting and document. Ensure that all ANSI and DOT inspections are completed with 0 days late Responsible for developing, managing and executing strategies to improve branch operations including trucking, shop operation, administrative and sales area. Responsible for overall profitability of branch, which include those components such as sales, gross margin, payroll, expenses, accounts receivables / payables, etc. Assist with establishing annual financial goals. Develop and motivate branch personnel. Establish annual objectives, relay expectations, and monitor progress. Build a strong team and bench to perpetuate operational excellence in the present and future. Provide daily coaching and support to branch personnel. This includes providing input on workloads, adherence to safety standards and procedures, customer satisfaction, and all matters pertaining to Rental Services being profitable.Perform regular branch walk throughs, engage with employees, and provide feedback on the health of the branch. Responsible for branch fleet utilization and condition in which it is kept, maintained and rented/sold. Collaborates with other Branch Managers sharing best practices and promotes a strong team environment inside respective branch and Rental division. Assist District/Sales Management team in identifying new business opportunities, expanding market share and overall growth of the Rental business. Works with all divisions of MFC building a partnership and strong relationship amongst all MacAllister team members. Other related duties and projects assigned by Rental Services leadership. Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for the execution and interpretation of policies and for the successful operation of assigned units. Has authority for hiring and disciplining employees. May be responsible for directing the work of first-line supervisors Position Requirements

Requirements

Knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through a Bachelors' degree in business or finance preferred; equivalent work experience required.
Broad Rental background achieved through 4+ years' experience in various phases of the Rental business.
6+ years' experience leading and managing a team required.
Excellent overall managerial skills in the areas of communication, organization, judgment, team building, interpersonal skills and problem solving.
Good mechanical aptitude and experience with machines preferred.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office products as well as the ability to learn industry specific programs is required.
Dedicated self-starter with the ability to work independently without the need for daily direct supervision and with a strong sense of urgency.
A team player possessing the ability to professionally work with customers, vendors, peers, and co-workers as well as the ability to develop strong, long-term relationships.

Nice To Haves

Good mechanical aptitude and experience with machines preferred.
Knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through a Bachelors' degree in business or finance preferred

Responsibilities

Meet all safety goals of the Branch and promote a safe work environment through good housekeeping, elimination of safety hazards, responsiveness to employee suggestions etc.
Obey all safety rules and policies
Keep shop and equipment staging area clean and free of clutter
Maintain all hazardous material law II series procedures
Ensure that overhead cranes, floor jacks, compressors, welding carts, fire extinguishers, etc. are inspected and documented
Enforce all personal protective equipment rules and regulations
Ensure all safety rules and policies are enforced
Have a weekly tool box safety meeting and document.
Ensure that all ANSI and DOT inspections are completed with 0 days late
Responsible for developing, managing and executing strategies to improve branch operations including trucking, shop operation, administrative and sales area.
Responsible for overall profitability of branch, which include those components such as sales, gross margin, payroll, expenses, accounts receivables / payables, etc. Assist with establishing annual financial goals.
Develop and motivate branch personnel. Establish annual objectives, relay expectations, and monitor progress. Build a strong team and bench to perpetuate operational excellence in the present and future.
Provide daily coaching and support to branch personnel. This includes providing input on workloads, adherence to safety standards and procedures, customer satisfaction, and all matters pertaining to Rental Services being profitable.Perform regular branch walk throughs, engage with employees, and provide feedback on the health of the branch.
Responsible for branch fleet utilization and condition in which it is kept, maintained and rented/sold.
Collaborates with other Branch Managers sharing best practices and promotes a strong team environment inside respective branch and Rental division.
Assist District/Sales Management team in identifying new business opportunities, expanding market share and overall growth of the Rental business.
Works with all divisions of MFC building a partnership and strong relationship amongst all MacAllister team members.
Other related duties and projects assigned by Rental Services leadership.