Used Equipment Manager manages the procurement, inventory and provides sales support for used equipment. Performs cold calls, maintains customer contact to sell the initial usage and/or continued usage of used equipment. Being an Used Equipment Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Used Equipment Manager is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. To be an Used Equipment Manager typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Department: Sales
Reports to: Corporate Sales Manager
Supervises: None
Purpose:
Develops and implements plans and processes that increase used equipment sales, profit margins, and inventory turnover. Manages policies that involve valuation, reconditioning and wholesale.
Responsibilities:
o Reports and maintains market information regarding used equipment values and trends
o Develops all possible outlets for dispersal of used inventory which includes: John Deere Remarketing services, wholesale markets, internet outlets, auctions, and trades with other dealers
o Owns and communicates the metrics that involve aged inventory levels, used turnover and used equipment margins with the sales team
o Assigns trade values to assist in selling new equipment while ensuring the profitable resale of used equipment
o Develops and manages all aspects of used equipment marketing within the organization
o Develops, communicates, and executes a used sales process for the entire organization
o Develops a measureable and consistent reconditioning policy for the organization
o Maintains and creates all sales and finance programs for used equipment
Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:
o 3 years equipment sales experience
o Ability to speak and write effectively one-on-one and within a group
o Ability to use standard computer applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions
o Familiar with John Deere and competitive products
o Ability to analyze and interpret internal reports
o High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
o Associates or bachelors degree preferred