What are the responsibilities and job description for the Store Manager position at Rueter & Zenor Co?
Description
Rueter’s is building a strong, future-focused team across our organization—one that values professional growth, personal success, and delivering exceptional support to both customers and employees. We’re looking for a driven and experienced Store Manager to lead our agricultural dealership in Carroll, Iowa.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll oversee sales, parts, and service operations, while driving performance, building a winning team, and running your store with an entrepreneurial mindset.
About Rueter’s
For over 75 years, Rueter’s has proudly served our communities as a family-owned distributor of top-tier agricultural and construction equipment, including New Holland, Case IH, Hyundai, JCB, Kinze, Salford, Ashland, and more. We are committed to supporting our customers, investing in our employees, and strengthening the communities we serve.
Your Mission
Build and lead a high-performing team that delivers outstanding customer experiences while driving growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives on accountability, teamwork, and developing people to reach their full potential.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and develop inside and outside sales teams across multiple counties
- Oversee all store operations, including parts, service, and administration
- Own full P&L performance and financial results
- Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong margins
- Build a positive, performance-driven culture focused on accountability
- Spend approximately 60% of time in the field and 40% leading in-store operations
- Strengthen customer relationships and grow market share
- Manage inventory to maximize return on investment
- Balance priorities while keeping operations running efficiently
Schedule & Work Environment
- Typical hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday 7:30 AM – Noon
- Seasonal flexibility required
- Combination of field, office, and dealership environments, including outdoor conditions
What You Bring
- 5 years of leadership or sales success in an ag dealership environment
- Minimum 3 years of P&L management experience
- Proven track record of leading teams and increasing market share
- Strong business acumen and focus on profitability
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead effectively
- Proven ability to build a positive, team-oriented culture
Preferred Background
- 4-year degree in business, agriculture, or construction
OR - 5 years of comparable industry experience
Travel
- Occasional overnight travel required
What You’ll Get
- Competitive compensation package
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid life insurance and long-term disability
- Company vehicle
- Laptop
- Cell phone reimbursement