Assistant Used Equipment Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

As the Assistant Used Equipment Manager, you will help oversee the procurement, sales, and management of used equipment for Yancey Bros. Co. This role involved developing and executing sales strategies, managing inventory, coordinating reconditioning processes, and tracking market trends. Key responsibilities include maximizing the value of used equipment, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring efficient operations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements strategies to market and sell used equipment.
• Develops and executes strategic initiatives aimed at protecting existing market share and identifying growth opportunities within Yancey Brothers’ territory.
• Conducts market analysis to understand competitive positioning and customer needs.
• Build strong relationships with key accounts and prospects to ensure loyalty and long-term engagement.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to implement targeted campaigns and service enhancements that drive market penetration.
• Monitors performance metrics and adjusts strategies to respond to market dynamics and competitor activity.
• Oversee the inventory of used equipment, tracking its location, condition, and value, and ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Collaborates with the Heavy Rents & Used Equipment Service Manager on reconditioning used equipment, ensuring it meets quality standards for resale or rental.
• Provides support to the sales team, including appraisals, trade values, and market information.
• Manages and reports on used equipment margins, turnover, and aged inventory levels.
• Participate in business activities to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Works with various departments, including sales, service, parts, and warranty, to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
• Adherence to all Yancey Bros. Co. Safety procedures and standards.
• Handles customer complaints regarding equipment condition or operation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in required safety program, and work in a safe manner
• Other duties as assigned and qualified.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this position you should have prior experience in the used equipment industry. You will need to have a strong focus on safety, customer and employee satisfaction. This position also requires someone with prior knowledge of work planning, scheduling and other supervisory activities.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or related required.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or related equivalent experience preferred.
• 5-7 years in Used Equipment or related fields.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in inventory and sales management systems
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Change management
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Dynamics and the Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language. Knowledge of Spanish language preferable but not required.

Values:

At Yancey, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core values:

• Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
• Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
• Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following values:

• Acting in a safe manner
• Exhibiting honesty and integrity
• Acting in a fair and ethical manner
• Team mentality
• Delivering quality results
• Embraces change / improvement
• Exhibiting superior customer service skills
• Exhibiting pride and ownership
• Working with a sense of urgency
• Exhibiting a winning attitude

What We Offer:

Yancey Rents offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.

Competitive Pay Structure

• Competitive Pay
• Individual Bonus Opportunities Available
• Technician Tool Allowance
• 401k Plan Strong Company Match
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Financial Wellness Coaching

Employee Wellness Program

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance

Personal Time Off

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave

Career Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training
• Advancement Opportunities