Rental & Lease Manager- Boise, ID

Description:

Northwest Equipment Sales, a Heavy-Duty Truck & Trailer Dealership (Mack, Volvo, Kalmar Ottawa, and Cummins) is seeking to hire a Full-Time Rental & Lease Manager for its facility in Boise, Idaho . Must have good communication skills. Wages are $50,000•$60,000 plus commissions. Experience in Heavy Duty Business and CDL is a plus. Travel to other locations is required once a quarter.

Our Excellent Benefits Package Include:

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Benefits Offered through AFLAC•Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity. Retirement•401K with Company Match Paid Life Insurance & Short Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Paid Time Off (Vacation)

Paid Company Holidays Our Company Culture:

Company and Employee Events Annual Chili Cookoff & Holiday Party Please apply on our website at www.nwesales.com under Careers or in Person at 2405 S Janeen St., Boise, Idaho. For more information visit our website at: www.nwesales.com. SUMMARY Oversees the dealership leasing & rental operation, prepares vehicles for lease and rental, and develops and implements lease and rental plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Satisfies the transportation needs of new-vehicle purchasers. Approaches, greets, and offers assistance or direction to any customer who enters the dealership showroom or sales lot. Assists customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses. Explains fully product performance, application, and benefits to prospects. Describes all optional equipment available for customer purchase. Offers test drives to all prospects. Follows dealership procedure to obtain proper identification from customer prior to test drive. Utilizes dealership sales control and follow-up system. Exhibits high level of commitment to customer satisfaction. Knows and understands the federal, state, and local laws which govern retail sales. Establishes personal income goals that are consistent with dealership standards of productivity, and devises a strategy to meet those goals. Attends product and sales training courses as requested by sales manager. Keeps abreast of new products, features, accessories, etc., and their benefits to customers. Knows and understands equity and values, and is able to explain depreciation to the customer. Ensures that the sales manager has an opportunity to meet each customer. Turns 100 percent of closed deals to finance and insurance manager, along with properly completed paperwork (insurance information, trade title, etc.). Writes complete sales orders and process paperwork in accordance with established dealership policies. Prepares sold vehicles for customer delivery prior to customer arrival. Delivers vehicles to customers, ensuring that the customer understands the vehicle's operating features, warranty, and paperwork. Introduces customers to service department personnel to emphasize to them the quality and efficiency of service repairs and maintenance available in the dealership's service department. Schedules first service appointment. Follows up on all post delivery items, tag/title work, "we-owes", and special requests to be sure that all customer expectations are met. Maintains an owner follow-up system that encourages repeat and referral business and contributes to customer satisfaction. Maintains a prospect development system. Reviews and analyzes actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to determine how to better utilize time and plans more effectively. Attends sales meetings. Maintains professional appearance. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements:

Education & Experience Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Transportation, Fleet Management, or related field preferred 3-5 years of experience in: Commercial truck rental and leasing, or Fleet management, or Truck dealership operations with leasing/rental exposure Supervisory or management experience strongly preferred Experience working with commercial customers (fleet, owner-operators, corporate accounts) Industry & Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of: Class 6-8 truck specifications and applications Preventive maintenance standards and DOT compliance basics Leasing structures (short-term, long-term, full-service leases) Rental agreements, damage recovery, mileage billing, and usage charges Familiarity with: Fleet utilization metrics Asset lifecycle management Residual values and depreciation concepts Knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations impacting rental/lease vehicles Core Skills & Competencies Excellent customer relationship management and negotiation skills Strong organizational and time-management abilities Proficient in: Dealer Management Systems (DMS) Fleet or rental management software Microsoft Office (Excel proficiency required) Financial and analytical skills: Budgeting and forecasting P&L responsibility Pricing analysis and profitability tracking Ability to prioritize safety, compliance, and uptime Leadership & Management Abilities Ability to lead and develop rental/lease staff, dispatchers, or coordinators Experience coordinating with: Service department Sales department Parts department Ability to enforce policies and procedures consistently Strong decision-making skills in fast-paced operational environments Customer & Sales Responsibilities Develop and maintain relationships with key commercial accounts Identify and pursue new rental and leasing opportunities Coordinate truck availability, turn-ins, extensions, and replacements Negotiate lease terms and resolve customer issues professionally Maintain high customer satisfaction and retention rates Operational Responsibilities Oversee daily rental and lease operations Ensure fleet readiness, cleanliness, and compliance Monitor vehicle utilization, downtime, and maintenance schedules Manage damage claims, insurance coordination, and vehicle inspections Ensure accurate billing, contracts, and documentation Physical & Work Requirements Ability to work in a dealership and shop environment Occasional lifting, bending, or walking on shop floors and yards Valid driver's license; CDL preferred or ability to obtain Flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings or extended hours Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have) CDL Class A or B Experience with national leasing providers (PacLease, Idealease, Penske, Ryder, etc.) Experience managing both rental and lease portfolios Familiarity with used truck remarketing