Parts Manager

Dobbs Equipment•Macon, GA

About The Position

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. 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 Supervise the work of multiple Parts Counter Sales Reps & Warehouse Specialists Train subordinates in sales techniques such as suggestive selling and closing skills Ensure an adequate inventory to satisfy internal and external customer needs and expectations Handle customer problems as required to ensure loyalty and return business Monitor and manage reporting programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information Manage the warehousing and shipment of parts required for completion of above Serve as Petty Cashier Attend training and parts meetings as required to stay current on new product and deals

Requirements

Valid Drivers License
Pass background/drug screen
Industry experience
Management experience
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, statistics, and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves and etc.
Ability to use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, and fingers.
Able to use full range of motion for both legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing with both legs.
Able to use hand tools, fuel hoses, lubrication systems on all equipment
Able to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection.
The employee is frequently required to lift or carry loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear at moderate noise levels.

Nice To Haves

A degree and familiarity with industrial equipment, such as construction or forestry equipment is preferred.
Ongoing training provided.

Responsibilities

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
Supervise the work of multiple Parts Counter Sales Reps & Warehouse Specialists
Train subordinates in sales techniques such as suggestive selling and closing skills
Ensure an adequate inventory to satisfy internal and external customer needs and expectations
Handle customer problems as required to ensure loyalty and return business
Monitor and manage reporting programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information
Manage the warehousing and shipment of parts required for completion of above
Serve as Petty Cashier
Attend training and parts meetings as required to stay current on new product and deals