What are the responsibilities and job description for the Store Manager (Ag & Rental) position at JAMES RIVER COMPANIES LLC?
Join the team at James River Equipment in Chester
Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our nearly 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.
Day in the Life: Store Manager (Ag & Rental)
· Learning all aspects of store operations to include sales, rental, service and parts to support both our ag/turf and rental staff and customers
· Building a customer-focused team through coaching, recruiting/retention and regular communication with the staff in addition to annual performance reviews, goal setting and mentorship
· Promoting positive dealership image to employees, customers, and the community by maintaining showroom and workspaces, customer relationships, and ongoing follow up
· Ensuring employees have resources needed to complete work efficiently for customers, access to ongoing training opportunities and regional partnerships within James River Equipment
· Reviewing inventory levels, sales, rentals and orders monthly to assure optimum levels for customer satisfaction and maximizing assets in addition to coordinating parts, service and whole goods specials to maintain profitable activity and inventory turnover
· Growing revenue in product support, sales and rentals through collaboration within the region, developing and coordinating sales activities, and expense management
· Developing annual business plan and budget to manage personnel levels and maximize profitability by assuring the business is operating proficiently, as well as comparing operating statement monthly results with the plan/budge to adjust it as needed
Need to Succeed:
· Minimum 3 years of previous management experience that includes both financial responsibility and personnel development
· Minimum of 5 or more years in equipment industry (ag/turf, heavy equipment, rental preferred)
· Computer experience in dealership systems or similar required
· Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, self direction and the ability to collaborate with leadership and regional teams required
Qualifications:About the Benefits
Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) as well as annual bonus eligibility, the successful candidate will receive:
- Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
- Health savings account options
- Flexible spending account options
- Disability and life insurance
- 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
- Annual tools and PPE allowance (based on department/position)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee recognition rewards program
- Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
- Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
- Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs
Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!
For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com