Retail Manager- Lafayette

SYDENSTRICKER NOBBE PARTNERS•Town of LaFayette, NY

2d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Manager is responsible for developing and executing business plans for the store, focusing on sales, profitability, and cost control. This role involves optimizing resource allocation, leading and developing the store team, maintaining strong customer relationships, and overseeing daily operations to ensure a professional and secure environment. The manager will also be involved in strategic financial oversight, analyzing data to make informed decisions, and ensuring compliance with company values and policies.

Requirements

Typically 5+ years in a retail or dealership environment
Prior management experience (store or location-level) preferred.
Experience or familiarity with John Deere equipment, agricultural or construction equipment is a plus.
Bachelor’s in Business, Agriculture, or related field is often required or preferred, though equivalent experience may count.
Strong leadership and team-building ability
Financial acumen: budgeting, P&L, cost control
Strategic planning skills
Customer service and relationship building
Analytical/problem-solving mindset
Excellent communication (verbal and written)
Ability to coordinate between departments, manage multiple priorities, and work with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Prior management experience (store or location-level) preferred.
Experience or familiarity with John Deere equipment, agricultural or construction equipment is a plus.
Bachelor’s in Business, Agriculture, or related field is often required or preferred, though equivalent experience may count.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute business plans aligned with company goals (sales, profitability, cost control) for the store.
Monitor and hit financial performance metrics (budgets, P&L, cost efficiency).
Optimize resource allocation — human, physical (inventory, facility), financial.
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate staff (sales, parts, admin).
Build a positive working environment and strong team culture.
Lead department heads (e.g., parts manager) in goal-setting and departmental coordination.
Maintain and build strong relationships with key customers (especially for large sales).
Handle escalated customer issues and ensure high customer satisfaction.
Represent the company in customer-facing events or when selling machinery.
Ensure that the facility (showroom, parts area, service area) is maintained in a professional, clean, and secure state.
Oversee marketing activities and events for the location.
Coordinate communication across departments to make sure goals are aligned and processes run smoothly.
Analyze financial data, sales trends, and KPIs to make informed business decisions.
Forecast sales, develop budget, control costs, and find efficiencies.
Work with corporate leadership (including John Deere partners) as needed for alignment and support.
Uphold SNPartners values, mission, and vision in every aspect of operations.
Implement and enforce company policies, safety protocols, and operational standards.
Lead regular meetings (department, all-employee) to ensure communication and alignment.