Parts & Service Manager at Yanmar… · Remote

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Yanmar Compact Equipment North America Inc. (YCENA) is a premium, professional OEM delivering industry-leading compact construction equipment — including excavators, wheel loaders, and track loaders — backed by a North American dealer network. As part of the One Yanmar global strategy, YCENA is investing in the people, programs, and infrastructure required to drive sustained growth across key verticals and markets. This position is a remote position in North Central Region of U.S. Parts & Service Manager

1. Role Mission Drive profitable aftermarket growth, increasing dealer capability, and support customer uptime across North America by embedding One Yanmar service standards, discipline, and execution rigor into all of our actions, throughout the assigned dealers and territory.
2. Core Responsibilities A. Dealer Performance & Growth Own YCENA Dealer Parts & Service revenue growth within North America Execute dealer-specific business plans for the growth of Yanmar parts sales Execute dealer-specific business plans to support customer retention Promote adoption of all One Yanmar Dealer initiatives Drive aftermarket programs utilization and penetration B. Customer Support & Uptime Ensure rapid resolution of field issues related to quality, warranty, and technical support Lead aftermarket CSI/NPS recovery actions with dealers Monitor and support Warranty process and recovery rates C. Capability Building -Dealer Excellence Implement training plans and encourage Dealer participation in YCENA training initiatives Drive utilization of special tools Dealer Portal YDS SA-Diagnostic tool SA-Remote -Telematics platform Lead standardization of Dealer parts and service best practices D. Inventory & Parts Discipline Ensure dealers maintain a healthy inventory of parts to support their local population Drive dealer forecast accuracy and stocking compliance Focus on fastest moving parts to support their Service Department support Align with NA Parts distribution policies and annual Dealer business plans
   Assist with expediting of Dealer parts back orders E. Governance & Execution Enforce One Yanmar standards process, reporting, and accountability Own monthly performance reviews with dealers Escalate issues and close gaps with urgency F. Other Duties · Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to meet the company objectives
3. 30-60-90 Day Execution Plan First 30 Days – Diagnose & Align Dealer segmentation -Top / Growth / At Risk Baseline KPIs: Parts sales year over year growth plus 8-12% Warranty recovery rate 85% of dollars Warranty first pass acceptance of 85% Fill rate of 85% of fast-moving parts CSI/NPS year over year growth plus 10 points Dealer customer retention improvement YOY Identify top 3-5 dealer gaps from their existing business plan Execute corrective measures plan with the Dealer Align with: Sales Commercial Team Parts YA Parts Support Output: Regional Territory Aftermarket Action Plan -by dealer 60 Days – Activate & Implement Launch dealer-specific improvement plans Implement: Training -technical + commercial support Inventory corrections CSI/NPS recovery actions Review monthly results of dealer scorecards Drive quick wins: Output: Measured improvement in top 3 KPIs per dealer 90 Days – Deliver & Standardize Establish repeatable cadence: Monthly Dealer contact, and reviews
   KPI tracking dashboard Show financial impact: Parts growth Service revenue lift Aftermarket program engagement Escalate structural gaps within YCENA: Low Inventory performance Training gaps Dealer capability issues Output: Sustained execution model + visible P&L contribution
4. KPI Framework -North America Standard A. Financial Performance Parts Revenue Growth: plus 8–12% YoY B. Customer & Quality CSI / NPS Improvement: plus 10 pts YoY Warranty recovery rate of 85%
   C. Operational Excellence Fill Rate - Dealer-facing: A Parts: 98% Overall: 85% Inventory Turns: increase 3% D. Dealer Capability Assigned Dealer online training completion : 100% within 6 months Training completion rate 90% including ILT course annually Tool Utilization -YDS, Dealer Portal, Helpdesk, SA-D, SA-R: 100% adoption Monthly Dealer Reviews: 100% completion E. Execution Discipline Action Closure Rate: 95% within 30 days KPI Reporting Compliance: 100% on time
5. Dealer-Facing Scorecard - outline
6. Growth Yanmar Parts Sales - $ / YoY Yanmar Service Revenue -$ / YoY
7. Customer CSI Score Open Issues Aging
8. Operations Fill Rate Backorders Inventory Health
9. Capability Training Completed Support tools utilization %
10. President-Level Expectations This role is not just support — it is commercial leadership in the field. We do not observe problems — we own and we close them with urgency We do not wait for dealers — we lead them We do not manage activity — we deliver outcomes Execution is the differentiator.
11. One Yanmar Standard One process for parts & service across NA One KPI framework - consistently applied across all dealers One level of accountability - no exceptions One dealer experience - regardless of region or dealer size Requirements Experience, Education & Competencies Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Minimum 5-7 years of experience in parts management, service operations, or aftermarket within the construction equipment, agricultural equipment, or related OEM or dealer industry. Prior experience working with a dealer network in an OEM environment strongly preferred. Proven experience managing parts programs, warranty administration, and service operations across a multi-location or national dealer network. Experience developing and delivering technical training programs an asset. Technical Knowledge Strong knowledge of parts and warehousing processes, inventory management, and aftermarket operations. Solid understanding of shop and field service operations for compact equipment -CTL, skid steer, mini excavator. Knowledge of warranty administration processes, systems, and best practices. Familiarity with vendor/supplier systems and administrative practices related to parts procurement and distribution. General financial knowledge including ability to manage budgets, analyze costs, and read P&L statements. Core Competencies Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills — able to work effectively with dealers, internal teams, and global counterparts. Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret operational data and drive decisions. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a national geography. Comfortable working in a cross-cultural, international business environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with dealer management systems, ERP, or CRM platforms an asset. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Parts & Service Manager Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Exempt Department: Parts & Service - Aftermarket Work Schedule: M-F Starting Wage: $80K-$95K dependent on qualifications This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 10% of base salary. Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.