Works with multiple service departments for defined territories to provide direction on optimizing service capacity and performance for individual service departments, technician performance and reporting, as well as, recruiting and retaining service department employees
Develops Communicates and monitors effective service department processes and performance and continual improvements
Monitors service department performance relative to technician performance and capacity
Assist in recruiting, staffing, and employee development activities for onboarding new service department employees
Supports the development of all service personnel
Assist in completing performance reviews of service staff in the area of labor sales, expense control, and labor performance to meet the companies objectives
Assist in low performance process for techs that are underperforming
Identify and drive continuous service capability and improvements
Identify training opportunities, work with training department to develop and deliver training plans for all service department employees on service system and processes
Prepare and Analyze service department reports; use data to help drive improvement and growth
Develop action plans for locations to improve Service department financial performance through achieving sales and profitability goals
Works with Business Operations Managers to lead the execution of the Service department marketing plan and sales tactics
Visit key customer accounts as necessary to strengthen relationships and grow sales
Assist in setting expectations and hold Service Managers accountable for facility appearance, cleanliness, and safety including offices, shop, inside and outside storage
Analyze service department capability in special tools and equipment
Support the student Ag Tech program and recruiting efforts for respective territories
Assist Business Operation Managers and store locations in problem resolution regarding customer experience
Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
Ensure that company’s reputation and image in the community is consistent with company Core Values
Work extended hours and weekends as necessary
Requirements
5+ year(s) experience in service department management
Demonstrated ability to analyze service department performance and develop solutions to improve performance
Extensive knowledge of service management principles and technician performance
Experience working effectively with cross-functional teams and remotely located team member
Ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Query, Equip, and other internal and internet functions used to manage inventory