North Central Utility (NCU) is looking for a self-motivated and results driven Parts Manager, to represent NCU in the heavy-duty truck & trailer parts industry.

North Central Utility is one of the largest semi-trailer dealerships in the nation and the largest in the North Central region with 10 locations throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota and North Dakota. We offer reefer, dry van and flatbed trailers from Utility Trailer Manufacturing at all locations and vocational trailers from MAC Trailers in Wisconsin - we sell new and used semi-trailers. With Moore Space, we offer temporary storage container solutions as well. Our parts department has an extensive inventory in Heavy-Duty Truck/Tractor and Trailer parts. Our broad product line and geographic coverage ensures we are a “One Stop Shop” for truck and semi-trailer parts. Our service department offers everything from routine maintenance, certified DOT inspections to precision laser alignment, as well as complete wreck repair for trailers of all makes and models. No job is too big or too small for our skilled service technicians.

This position is a safety sensitive position, requiring pre-employment and post-accident drug testing.

What we bring to the table:

• Competitive salary bonus potential
• Regular schedules - no nights or weekends
• Medical, dental & vision benefits
• 401k & profit sharing
• Training, support, and ongoing career development with opportunities for growth
• Great people to work with

What you bring to the table:

• Ability to work independently and with a team
• High degree of integrity and a strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
• Positive attitude
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change with a professional demeanor
• High energy

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT:

• Manage, train, and motivate route sales, counter, warehouse & delivery personnel
• Manage department/staff training
• Manage team reviews and staff development
• Schedule and oversee product training for employees and Customers
• Oversee estimating and quoting

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT:

• Oversee purchasing functions, including stock order calculation, order processing
• Review and follow up on delinquent orders
• Oversee and manage warehouse and parts store
• Maximize fill rate
• Manage EOY inventory and audits

SALES MANAGEMENT:

• Maximize NCU profit margins
• Create effective marketing programs
• Promote & build the NCU customer base
• Oversee and manage profitable parts routes
• Set department sales and profit goals
• Manage & oversee department expenses
• Develop and leverage relationships with key Customers
• Develop and maintain Vendor relationships
• Share samples of new product(s) with our customer base, selling the features and benefits
• Create impactful action plans and develop strategies to close sales gaps
• Accurate and timely completion of sales data and reports
• Manage customer relationships
• Oversee store planning & merchandising
• Report data on sales volume, seasonal profits, and sales revenue

DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT:

• Identify departmental procedure & process improvements
• Assist managing building maintenance
• Work with other department managers
• Effectively manage executing on projects and standards at store level
• Accurate and timely completion of reporting and paperwork
• Maintain department files

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous parts experience required
• Previous management experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Employee management skills
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) proficiency
• Proficient with technology and computer use
• Ability to walk, sit, stand

Driving Requirements:

• Driving is a duty of this job
• Driver's License (Required)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching & profit sharing
• FSA
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday - Friday
• No weekends

Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)

Experience:

• Previous experience in related field required
• Experience managing people required

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Pay: Based on experience