What are the responsibilities and job description for the Store Manager position at Sloan Implement?
Position Specifics:
Reports To: CEO
Supervises: Sales, Department Managers
FLSA Code: Exempt
Location: Newton
Purpose:
Responsible for the achievement of the location business plan objectives and fulfilling the expectations of all stakeholders (owners, customers, and employees). Provides leadership in evaluating, allocating, and managing human, physical, and financial resources for the location. Optimizes the profitable growth of the business, the personal growth of employees, and the satisfaction of customers.
Responsibilities:
- Executes the business plan and achieves financial performance, including sales, budgets and cost control according to established goals for a location(s)
- Develops and maintains a positive relationship with all existing and new customers and resolves any elevated customer issues
- Ensures that appropriate communication takes place within and across all departments at the store location(s) which may include leading regular department management staff meetings and all employee meetings
- Communicates the dealership values, principles, vision, and mission within their location
- Communicates with other store managers to implement best practices and consistent processes for all departments within the organization
- Supports corporate managers in implementing changes in any department within the location
- Ensures the successful planning and execution of marketing activities and events
- Oversees maintenance, security, and a professional appearance of the facility and property for the location
- May represent the company for the sale of machinery to key customers as needed
- Provides input to the hiring, development and coaching, evaluation, and effectiveness of the management team and other employees within their store
- Manages on-going relationships with key John Deere personnel
Job Requirements:
- 3 years Sales experience in an agriculture environment
- 3 to 5 years of Management/Leadership experience preferred but not required
- Familiar with John Deere and competitive products is a plus
- Experience dealing with elevated customer issues
- Ability to lead and motivate others
- Knowledge of financial metrics, marketing experience, and a solid understanding of sales, parts, and service operations
- Solid analytical, business planning, problem solving, and communication skills
- Must have a good driving record and able to pass drug screen and background check
- Must maintain a good driving record in compliance with company Motor Vehicle Records criteria throughout employment
Full-Time Benefit Packages:
- Paid Holidays & Vacation Time
- Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K Plan with Company Match
- Routine Performance & Pay Reviews
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Safety Equipment Allowance
- Company Provided Uniforms
All benefits subject to change.
In Season Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm, Saturday 7am-12pm OR 7am-3pm (rotation determined by store)
Off Season/Winter Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm
*In Season Hours may be extended (including Sundays) during peak seasons (planting, harvest, or any other peak selling season) to meet the needs of the store. Extended Hours are determined by the needs store and subject to change. *
*Off Season Hours are from November-March. Start and end date to winter hours is dependent on year and subject to change. *