What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager position at Platte Valley Equipment?
Who is Platte Valley Equipment?
Platte Valley Equipment is your full-service John Deere Dealer serving Eastern Nebraska including the areas of Columbus, Lincoln, Omaha, and Grand Island, Nebraska and Sioux City, Iowa. Whether it’s Parts, Sales, Service or Technology we have opportunities for you to join our team with locations in Clarkson, Fremont, Humphrey, and Wahoo Nebraska.
Position Summary
As the Turf & Utility Sales Professional, you play a vital role in providing expertise and support to dealership personnel and customers, particularly in the sale of commercial and residential mowing equipment and small agricultural machinery. Key attributes for success include confidence, competitiveness, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role demands critical decision-making abilities and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Success in this position hinges on a strong work ethic, high moral standards, professionalism, and a dedication to delivering top-quality service.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent the dealership in the sale of residential lawn, compact utility tractors, skid loaders, utility vehicles, and commercial mowing equipment, within a defined sales area.
- Cultivate, develop, and maintain customer accounts across residential and commercial segments in the following product categories listed above.
- Adhere to and master a defined sales process, ensuring consistency and efficiency in customer interactions.
- Maintain up-to-date product knowledge on residential lawn, compact utility tractors, skid loaders, utility vehicles, and commercial mowing equipment, while staying informed about competitive marketing and product activities.
- Effectively translate product knowledge into customer benefits and develop familiarity with the used equipment market.
- Document and report all customer activities and trends in the assigned territory to sales management.
- Understand and present various financing options available for equipment purchases.
- Organize product demonstrations, clinics, and participate in local trade shows and dealership promotional events.
- Maintain dealership vehicle and other assigned equipment in optimal condition.
- Demonstrate exceptional communication skills and collaborate effectively with other departments and dealership locations.
- Foster teamwork, maintain a positive attitude, and champion the concept of presenting a unified front to customers.
- Support and assist in other departments as assigned.
- Fulfill any other responsibilities and duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Understanding of commercial mowing products and the landscape industry.
- Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Flexibility to work flexible hours as required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in database software, online parts books, and standard computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferably 1 years of equipment sales experience.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Benefits
Join Platte Valley Equipment for competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k and Roth Retirement Savings with employer match, plus Life and Disability Insurance. Experience a fulfilling career with us.
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