Company Overview
Founded in 1988, LDI is a full-service agricultural equipment dealership committed to providing high-quality equipment, parts, and superior customer service. Nationally recognized for excellence, we proudly support the agriculture and construction industries through innovation, growth, and a team of highly skilled professionals.
We are seeking an energetic and motivated Agricultural Store Manager to lead our Chanute,KS location. In this key leadership role, you will oversee daily operations, manage and develop a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Your leadership will drive sales growth, ensure operational efficiency, and foster a positive, results-driven work environment. Candidates with prior agricultural or equipment industry experience are strongly preferred.
Job Description:
This position provides leadership and direction for the store and ensures all departments meet business goals, comply with company policies, and achieve sales, gross margin, and profitability targets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the General Manager, this position:
- Accountable for the overall store performance, including Sales, Service and Parts Departments, ensuring achievement of sales, gross margin, and P&L goals
- Manage customer relationships and maintain the store’s reputation in the local market
- Lead, coach, and develop department managers and staff to achieve performance goals
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal standards
- Oversee facility operations including maintanence, safety, security, and overall appearance
- Manage hiring, training, and employee development within approved budgets
- Communicate operational issues and performance updates to the General Manager
- Attend scheduled meetings and participate in company initiatives
Job Skills:
Qualifications and Skills:
- Possess the leadership and managerial ability to lead and direct a team of employees to achieve the store and department operating goals
- Have extensive knowledge of the agricultural equipment market including; new and used equipment sales, parts sales, service and repair, and related supplies and materials within local market area
- Be capable of interpreting data from financial and understand cost, overhead, and marginrequirements to achieve the financial goals as determined in the annual operating budget
- Maintain and cultivate a professional relationship with fellow employees, companyowners, customers, and product vendors
- Be computer literate and possess the ability to learn and utilize software such as CDK, AGCO software systems, Microsoft Office Products, and email
- Be able to safely operate a forklift truck while loading and unloading part
Required Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of management experience in dealership, retail, or sales environment
- Strong background in agriculture, farm equipment, or related industry
- Proven ability to drive sales performance and profitability
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred:
- Experience with agricultural equipment sales, parts or service operations
- Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or Business Management
