Parts Manager, Residential

Growing HVAC
Title: Parts Manager, Residential
Location: Denver, CO
About this Opportunity: This is a newly created role with an existing client. This will be a unique blend of sales strategy, prodcut line evaluation, and technical training. You'll help the company select new parts to carry, drop non-performing skus, and help the sales team drive strategic growth through a value based B2B sales process.
About You:
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Minimum of 8 years of experience in the HVAC distributor industry.
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At least 4 years of HVAC sales experience, with territory management preferred.
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Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, including residential new construction and add-on replacement products.
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Advanced skills in relationship building, strategic selling, and customer service.
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Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and CRM tools.
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Ability to calculate and analyze figures such as discounts, profit margins, and unit conversions.
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Self-motivated and capable of functioning autonomously or as a team player.
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Skilled at identifying market trends and implementing competitive sales strategies.
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Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Sales:
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Develop and maintain a comprehensive parts and supplies product portfolio tailored to residential contractors.
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Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitor offerings to inform product strategies.
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Meet monthly with Residential Territory Managers to evaluate parts opportunities and create targeted plans for accounts.
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Monitor and analyze sales performance by product, account, and branch to identify growth opportunities.
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Collaborate with the purchasing team to ensure accurate inventory levels, including seasonal products.
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Manage vendor relationships and vendor rebates, serving as the primary contact for multiple vendors.
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Create programs, events, and promotions to drive parts business, such as open houses and branch events.
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Assist in implementing parts programs, including B2B platforms, parts incentives, and promotions.
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Conduct joint sales calls with the team to grow new business and improve customer engagement.
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Oversee onboarding and training for new products, ensuring smooth launches with marketing materials and initial orders.
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Address slow-moving and dead inventory through analysis and improvement initiatives.
Training:
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Develop and deliver training classes for specific product lines.
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Create materials and presentations to support ongoing learning initiatives.
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Provide training on new products for sales teams, vendors, and branch managers.
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Support training efforts with collateral and professional sales calls (PSC’s).
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
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Sales and Margin Growth:
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Monitor sales goals by product, account, branch, and outside sales representative.
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Report monthly progress to the VP of Parts.
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Percentage of Sales to Total Business:
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Track and evaluate performance by Territory Manager and branch.
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Provide monthly updates to the VP of Parts.
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New Product Introduction:
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Assess the success of new product launches and their contribution to overall sales.
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Monitor growth by branch and salesperson.
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Supplier Performance:
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Evaluate suppliers on delivery times, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
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Parts Program Effectiveness:
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Conduct quarterly inspections of parts programs, analyzing ROI and performance.
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Report findings to the VP of Parts.
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What You Can Expect:
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Competitive pay with a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Paid time off, holidays, and a 401(k) plan.
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Access to health and wellness events.
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Opportunities for growth and professional development.
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A collaborative, respectful, and fun work environment