American Implement is seeking an individual to lead, grow and optimize a high-performing parts department by serving as the Parts Managerfor our dealership in Leoti, Kansas. Manages parts operations within the dealership to maximize return on investment through optimizing Parts Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction, growing profitable parts sales, exercising disciplined expense control, attracting and retaining outstanding talent and effectively engaging department personnel. Candidate must be living in or near Leoti or willing to relocate. EOE.
COMPENSATION: This is a full-time exempt position
Base annual wage of $58-75k, depending on experience Eligible for quarterly incentive Cell phone allowance Relocation assistance may be offered based on geographical locationBENEFITS:Paid Time OffPaid Parental Leave 401(k) plus match Employer-paid Health Insurance for employeeOptional Dependent Health Employer-paid Life + AD&D Insurance for employeeOptional Voluntary Life + AD&D Insurance for employee & dependents Employer-paid Short-term Disability Optional Dental & Vision Optional MASA Medical Transport Solutions Optional AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Credit UnionAnd more...
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Develops and maintains effective Parts Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. Creates annual Parts Department goals and budget, in alignment with the organization's financial and operational objectives. Develops and executes Parts Department marketing plan and monitors monthly to ensure achievement of departmental goals. Conducts a perpetual/annual physical inventory of all parts and related inventories. Submits all parts warranty and return claims within the required time frame to receive maximum credit. Maximizes use of all order discount programs. Recruits, hires, develops, and retains key talent. Maintains all department tools, equipment, and vehicles in good working order.
QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ year's experience in Parts Department operations required. Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and Internet. Experience leading and working cooperatively in a team environment. Ability to communicate effectively (both verbal and written).Familiar with John Deere and competitive products. Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Parts Department operations. Ability to work extended hours and weekends. Excellent customer service skills. High School diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred. Ability to analyze and interpret basic Parts Department reports. Valid driver's license and clean driving record is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching overhead, must be able to regularly lift 50 lbs. without assistance, driving a vehicle, extensive hours on a computer, hearing normal tones, and seeing. American Implement reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains "at will." The aforementioned job requirements are subject to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.
