Assistant Equipment Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are:

AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is a joint venture between two of the top John Deere Dealerships in the United States. By joining forces, we continue to lead the charge in technology, innovation, and best-in-class service and support for our respective customers.  Our purpose is to lead agriculture in rural America.

We credit our success to our knowledgeable, competitive, hardworking, and passionate employees that strive for excellence in everything they do.  We live out our Guiding Principles of Integrity, Servant Leadership, Courageous Innovation, and Performance.

With over 100 years of experience in the agricultural industry we have a rich heritage, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit. Today, we have a strong presence in numerous locations with our support spanning through western Iowa, eastern Nebraska, central and eastern Kansas, and northwest Missouri.

We are seeking driven, highly motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious professionals who want to be part of cultivating the highest impact culture in the agriculture equipment industry. Previous experience and knowledge of large ag equipment or commercial/turf equipment is welcomed but not required. We can train with the right individual who is willing to work hard and make customers their #1 priority.

Look Forward. Adapt Often.  Lead Always.

General Purpose:

The Used Equipment Manager is responsible for managing company used equipment risk through strategic inventory analysis, market valuation, and proactive acquisition and disposition strategies. This role drives alignment between inventory position, sales initiatives, and company priorities by leveraging market data, strengthening dealer and wholesale relationships, and developing programs that optimize equipment movement and profitability. The Used Equipment Manager reports to the Used Equipment Strategy Manager.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct equipment valuations using market data, tools, and sales input to support accurate pricing and positioning. 
• Manage inventory strategy by monitoring levels, identifying gaps, and supporting repricing and model mix optimization. 
• Develop and maintain dealer and wholesale relationships to support equipment acquisition and movement. 
• Assist in marketing and advertising efforts by identifying inventory and supporting lead generation initiatives. 
• Assist sales programs and incentive design to drive inventory turnover and revenue. 
• Support Early Order Program (EOP) strategies through targeted pricing, inventory focus, and sales alignment. 
• Source and acquire used equipment based on inventory needs, market demand, and target pricing. 
• Align decisions with company initiatives by maintaining awareness of strategic priorities and programs.
• Performs other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of AVE-PLP.

Supervisory Duties:

• None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to consistently promote, support, work, and act in a manner in support of AVE-PLP’s DNA.
• Strong knowledge of used equipment markets, valuation methods, and pricing strategies.
• Understanding of inventory management principles, including turn, aging, and model mix optimization.
• Ability to analyze data and leverage tools and technology to support pricing, acquisition, and sales decisions.
• Knowledge of marketing and sales strategies, including inventory promotion and lead generation.
• Ability to develop and implement sales programs and incentive structures aligned with business goals.
• Strong, positive communication and collaboration skills to align with sales teams and cross-functional partners.
• Working knowledge of company initiatives, programs, and strategic priorities, and ability to apply them in decision-making.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.

Experience:

• Five years of experience in sales and/or inventory management is required.
• Experience in agriculture equipment sales or inventory management is preferred.
• Wholesale experience is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Passing a driving record (MVR), criminal history background checks, employment verification, and drug screen will be required prior to the start of employment.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is generally performed in a professional office environment.
• Travel to stores, customer locations, meetings, and occasional overnight trainings is required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the work location.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Activities:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required; it would require the ability to reach for and lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, walk on unpaved terrain, talk, reach with arms and hands, have good manual dexterity, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard, handle or feel, hear alarms/telephones/normal speaking voice.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. 
• Moderate physical activity required by moving and positioning objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person in any condition of employment based on race, color, creed, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status.