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Used Ag Equipment Manager

Butler Machinery

The Role

Overview

Lead used ag equipment strategy, manage inventory, team, sales, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment inspection
  • reconditioning
  • trade valuation
  • process development
  • website posting
  • team leadership

Tasks

Butler Machinery is seeking a Used Ag Equipment Manager to lead our Used Agriculture Equipment strategy. In this role, you’ll guide a team of used equipment professionals and partner closely with our field teams to achieve annual sales goals. -Communicates with and coaches employees on assignments, providing technical expertise as needed. -Establishes relationships with other Ag Equipment dealers and customers. -Selects, trains, and develops employees consistent with department/division goals, providing coaching on career development. -Works with the Marketing Department for promotion of used assets. -Supports sales staff as pertains to Ag used equipment needs. -Establishes trade values for used Ag equipment. -Provides leadership that recognizes employee performance, motivating employees, and promoting self-development. -Works within and promotes vision, mission, and values of BMC. -Purchase and sell used Ag equipment outside of our territory. -Responsible for the profit or loss of the used equipment department. -Working with the stores to manage all necessary reconditioning to our used equipment. -Manage the used Ag equipment machine inspection process. -Assists the Finance Department in establishing lease residual values. -Oversees the decisions regarding website postings of used equipment. -Leads in development and implementation of new processes to support Ag business growth. -Organizes, communicates, and delegates responsibilities and priorities to subordinates to ensure the successful operation of the department.

Requirements

  • excel
  • bachelor's
  • agriculture
  • mechanical
  • problem solving
  • leadership

What You Bring

Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Nebraska. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. -Basic Accounting and Finance knowledge. -Ownership of used Ag inventory levels, model mix, and inventory turns. -Ability to lead and motivate a team. -Strong oral and written communication skills. -Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. -Ability to evaluate conditions and accurately estimate repairs. -Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Power Point is required. -Experience and understanding of the sales process. -Strong mechanical background/aptitude. -Strong customer relations background. -Knowledge of Ag Technology. -Ability to work with multiple different departments to achieve a specific goal. -Regular travel to our stores to maintain strong understanding of used assets and store relationships. -Keen understanding of business management and decision making. -Agriculture Industry experience is required. -A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent combination of business experience, training and/or education required.

Benefits

This position is based out of Fargo, ND, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact with one of the region’s premier agricultural equipment dealers. -401(K) Plan -Paid Time Off (PTO) -SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching -Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization -Dental Insurance – 2 plan options -10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with an Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution -Vision Insurance -Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance -Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary -Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year -Long-Term Disability Coverage -Health Insurance – 3 plan options -Dependent Care Flex Spending Account -Maternity / Paternity Benefits

The Company

About Butler Machinery

-Originally founded as a Caterpillar dealership, the company serves industries from construction to mining. -They offer new and used machinery, equipment rental, and parts & service for major brands like Caterpillar. -Butler Machinery has supported a wide range of sectors including agriculture, energy, and heavy civil construction. -The company has built a reputation for offering top-tier equipment solutions that optimize performance and productivity. -Projects range from major infrastructure developments to agricultural advancements and energy solutions. -They have earned recognition for their commitment to delivering quality machinery and exceptional customer service. -In addition to equipment sales, Butler Machinery is known for its strong service network and support offerings.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Agriculture

Mining

Power Generation

Visa Sponsorship

-no sponsorship; candidates must have existing work authorization.