The Regional Aftermarket Manager is the primary driver of aftermarket sales and support for the Mountain Construction Region, responsible for leading, coaching, and mentoring Customer Service Advisors (CSAs) and Service/Parts Leaders. This role coordinates aftermarket activities, supports career growth, and ensures adherence to RDO Equipment Co. standards across all stores in a geographically widespread region.
What's in it For You:
- $100,000-$130,000 / year
- 40% bonus potential
- A comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being. For more details and to view these offerings, visit RDO's benefits page.
- A company that lives by its core values: they're not just words on a wall, they're how we work, grow and lead. Learn more about our core values.
Why RDO?
When you join RDO Equipment Co., you’ll become part of an industry-leading team providing a world-class experience for customers who do vital work. We deal in iron from the world’s leading equipment and technology manufacturers, but we’re a people business first. RDO has grown from humble roots, guided by a family’s values, and shaped by the strengths, voices and entrepreneurism of our team members.
Specific Duties Include:
- Lead, coach, mentor, and train CSAs to promote, assess, and close service work, managing CSA and customer accounts with a sales manager mindset.
- Conduct weekly customer visits and quarterly reviews of customer accounts to identify growth opportunities and drive conquest initiatives.
- Assist in driving aftermarket business through parts department initiatives, collaborating with Deere on promotions, and utilizing allocated funds.
- Work with Service departments to provide consistent support, including E-walk usage and text messaging.
- Collaborate with ALS to streamline oil sample processes.
- Participate in monthly financial calls to review regional performance.
- Engage and support Operations Managers, review WIP/BIP bi-weekly, and address store issues.
- Set regional direction for aftermarket activities.
- Assess training, promotion, and career growth opportunities for Service Technicians and Service/Parts Leaders.
- Set up and monitor annual capstone training calendars for the region, ensuring classes are full and grades are communicated.
- Develop and implement internal and external training programs, including technician capstone training and career path initiatives.
- Serve as the keeper of standards for RDO Equipment Co. locations and aftermarket departments.
- Conduct quarterly store walk-arounds to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Drive safety culture within the region, ensuring sound and safe business practices.
- Manage the evaluation, allocation, and management of physical and financial resources.
- Collaborate daily with Territory Customer Support Managers and Territory Aftermarket Business Managers on service and parts-related issues.
- Address warranty issues between Deere and stores, acting as the overall liaison between Deere and RDO.
- Develop and maintain effective service department processes for customer satisfaction.
- Manage Customer Service Advisor Program, including marketing, customer engagement, coverage needs, sales training, and extended warranties.
- Foster a positive work environment, encouraging accountability, open communication, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the customer.
- Ensure completion of the Product Improvement Program and maintain professional relationships with vendors.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Job Requirements:
- Previous supervisory/management experience
- Industry and/or aftermarket parts and service support experience
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- College degree or applicable experience preferred
- Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.