Manufacturer Relations Manager
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This role involves leading process improvements for inventory and purchasing, managing physical inventories, and ensuring data accuracy within the dealership's software system. The Manufacturer Relations Manager will oversee communications with manufacturers, track rebates, and ensure pricing compliance for RV units.
Responsibilities
- Lead training and implementation of process improvements across inventory and purchasing workflows
- Manage periodic physical inventories using scanning systems (E-Verify program) to reconcile on-lot RV unit discrepancies
- Input and audit unit data in the dealership's legacy software system to ensure accuracy across departments
- Oversee communication, tracking, and timely collection of manufacturer rebates and spiffs
- Ensure compliance with Manufacturer's Advertised Pricing (MAP) and address pricing discrepancies
- Coordinate with sales directors and manufacturers on unit purchase orders, including tracking arrival dates and updating shipment locations
- Order and track Certificates of Origin (C of O's) for units as needed
- Validate shipping invoices and Indiana Transport bills to ensure freight costs are accurate and authorized
- Generate and analyze year-end reports for external auditors related to units on order and in-transit status
- Own and manage manufacturer portal tasks related to incentive claims
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and recommend automation or process redesign where applicable
Requirements
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong working knowledge of inventory systems and dealership operations
- Supply chain logistics skill set
- Proven ability to document, train, and improve cross-functional processes
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree is highly preferred, or equivalent education and experience
Nice to Have
- Project management certification (PMP or equivalent)
- Experience with ERP or legacy dealership software systems
- Macros experience in Excel
Skills
* Required skills
Benefits
About General RV Center
General RV Center is the Nation's Largest Family-Owned RV Dealer, with locations nationwide and a global presence. Founded in 1962, the company has grown from a small RV sales and manufacturing facility into the premier RV dealer in the U.S., now in its third generation of family ownership.