Inventory Controller

Since 1952, Middletown Tractor Sales has been providing sales, service and parts for the iconic tractor brand, John Deere. Now with four locations in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, this third generation, family owned business is thriving! In addition to John Deere, we offer Stihl, the number one selling brand of hand-held equipment, alongside other great names such as Honda, Alamo, Tiger and now even Ventrac. We pride ourselves on tradition which includes our Vision, Mission and Values that drive everything we do. For nearly 70 years Middletown Tractor Sales has been serving customers with our Hometown Advantage. Would you like to join our family?

Position Specifics:

Department: Sales
Reports to: Store Location Manager / Corporate Sales Manager
Supervises: None

Purpose:

Manage all new complete goods inventories by placing orders, maximizing order programs, and maintaining inventory levels.

Responsibilities:
o Accurately place retail and stock orders with vendors in a timely manner
o Determines and manages stocking levels based on annual sales goals, product changes, and market trends
o Ensures all current order programs are maximized (Early Order Program (EOP), Multi-Unit Discount (MUD), etc.)
o Develops programs to reduce aged new inventory and meet dealership goals
o Ensures equipment information in the dealer business system and/or dealership website is accurate and timely updated
o Coordinates internal transfers of new equipment between dealership locations
o Locates and transfers equipment to/from other dealerships to satisfy customer needs
o Provides guidance to the Parts Department on attachments needed based on seasonality and market trends
o Coordinates the set-up process for stock equipment with the Service Department
o Performs monthly wholegoods physical inventory at all dealerships and aids external inventory audits to verify inventory records are accurate
o Communicates with Corp. Sales Manager, Sales leads, and sales staff on equipment availability and order status
o Communicates regularly with other departments ( parts, service, accounting)
o Ensures John Deere Envirocrates are returned and reconciles monthly outstanding list
o Evaluates used equipment values (ACV’s) for salespeople
o Keeps designated work area clean and orderly
o All other duties as assigned

_Requirements:_
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o 3 years of sales experience
o Knowledge of Deere equipment, programs, and the Ag equipment industry preferred
o Knowledge of John Deere sales applications preferred
o Knowledge of basic accounting principles (interest rates, budgets, etc.)
o Basic understanding of order fulfillment processes
o High level of attention to detail and accuracy
o Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions
o High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
o Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Inventory control: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairmont, WV: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000