Parts Manager

Monroe Tractor•Syracuse, NY

About The Position

Monroe Tractor is a family-owned construction and agricultural equipment dealer with more than 75 years of experience and 18 locations across the northeastern United States. The Parts Manager oversees all phases of the Parts Operation, including inventory control, personnel hiring and training, departmental budgets and performance indicators, and marketing and selling parts to achieve financial targets. The position requires a friendly disposition and the ability to lead employees and interact with a broad customer base. The stated annual salary range is $50,000–$70,000, with a generous annual incentive bonus opportunity. Pay is commensurate with experience and negotiable. The company states that it scales pay based on candidates’ skills and background.

Requirements

At least 3 years of leadership experience within the equipment or auto service industry.
Strong work ethic.
Superior communication skills.
A strong sense of urgency.
Customer service experience.
Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and learning new software programs.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Deep understanding of financial statements and departmental metrics.
Ability to lead others and interact with a broad base of customers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with agricultural equipment or construction equipment.

Responsibilities

Set challenging goals and objectives for each departmental employee.
Formally evaluate employees annually; mentor, coach, and provide feedback.
Ensure that one complete physical inventory is conducted annually.
Maximize vendor-authorized stock returns to enhance parts turns and cash flows.
Meet daily with Branch and Service Management to promote collegial working relationships.
Review all open documents weekly with the Branch Manager.
Complete parts department filings, including stock orders and records, weekly.
Assist at the parts counter when necessary.
Provide and encourage a culture of personal development and career advancement.
Take ownership of merchandising the showroom and storefront.
Oversee inventory control, including shipping and receiving, obsolescence control, parts turnover, and stock-order efficiencies.
Hire and train Parts Department personnel.
Manage departmental budgets and key performance indicators.
Market and sell parts to achieve financial targets.