Director of Product Support
- Exeter, ON, Canada
Full-time
Application link verified · Nov 14, 2026. Applications open in a new tab.
Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in dealership aftermarket operations, agriculture, heavy equipment, construction, or a related industry.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Lead the Future of Customer Support at Huron Tractor
At Huron Tractor, we know that our relationship with our customers doesn't end when they make a purchase - it begins.
As one of Canada’s leading John Deere dealerships, with eleven locations serving Southern Ontario, we're committed to delivering exceptional Parts and Service support that keeps our customers productive, profitable, and running when it matters most.
We're looking for a strategic, customer-focused leader to shape the future of Product Support for the organization.
If you're passionate about developing people, improving operations, embracing innovation, and creating an exceptional customer experience, we'd like to hear from you.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted equipment partner - recognized for exceptional service, innovation, and strong community roots.
Our Mission
We deliver industry-leading equipment, technology, parts, and service solutions to maximize customer uptime and success. We are committed to team development, safe operations, continuous improvement, and strengthening the communities we serve.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by five core values:
The Director of Product Support is responsible for leading Huron Tractor's enterprise-wide Parts, Service, and Customer Support operations.
This is more than an operational leadership role.
You'll be responsible for defining the long-term strategy for one of the dealership's most important business functions - ensuring customers receive industry-leading support throughout the lifecycle of their equipment while driving profitability, operational excellence, employee development, and sustainable growth.
Working closely with Store Managers, Sales Management, Precision Agriculture, HR, and Finance, you'll help shape the future of our aftermarket business by improving customer experience, developing our people, modernizing operations, and positioning Huron Tractor for continued success across all eleven locations.
What You'll Do
As Director of Product Support, you will:
During your first year, you'll focus on:
We're looking for an experienced leader who understands both the operational and strategic aspects of a modern dealership.
You have:
Why Join Huron Tractor?
At Huron Tractor, Product Support is central to our customer and organizational success.
You'll have the opportunity to:
If you're passionate about developing people, delivering an exceptional customer experience, and building a high-performing Product Support organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining how your leadership experience aligns with this opportunity.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Visit our Careers page to learn more about opportunities at Huron Tractor.
At Huron Tractor, we know that our relationship with our customers doesn't end when they make a purchase - it begins.
As one of Canada’s leading John Deere dealerships, with eleven locations serving Southern Ontario, we're committed to delivering exceptional Parts and Service support that keeps our customers productive, profitable, and running when it matters most.
We're looking for a strategic, customer-focused leader to shape the future of Product Support for the organization.
If you're passionate about developing people, improving operations, embracing innovation, and creating an exceptional customer experience, we'd like to hear from you.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted equipment partner - recognized for exceptional service, innovation, and strong community roots.
Our Mission
We deliver industry-leading equipment, technology, parts, and service solutions to maximize customer uptime and success. We are committed to team development, safe operations, continuous improvement, and strengthening the communities we serve.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by five core values:
- Customer Success – We exist to keep our customers running, productive, and successful.
- Integrity & Trust – We strive to do what is right, treating people with honesty, fairness, and respect.
- People & Community – We invest in our employees and contribute to the communities where we live and work.
- One Team – We collaborate across all locations and departments to succeed together.
- Innovation & Adaptability – We embrace technology, new ideas, and smarter ways of working to stay ahead.
The Director of Product Support is responsible for leading Huron Tractor's enterprise-wide Parts, Service, and Customer Support operations.
This is more than an operational leadership role.
You'll be responsible for defining the long-term strategy for one of the dealership's most important business functions - ensuring customers receive industry-leading support throughout the lifecycle of their equipment while driving profitability, operational excellence, employee development, and sustainable growth.
Working closely with Store Managers, Sales Management, Precision Agriculture, HR, and Finance, you'll help shape the future of our aftermarket business by improving customer experience, developing our people, modernizing operations, and positioning Huron Tractor for continued success across all eleven locations.
What You'll Do
As Director of Product Support, you will:
- Develop and execute Huron Tractor's long-term aftermarket strategy across Parts, Service, and Customer Support.
- Lead enterprise profitability by improving operational performance, customer retention, and recurring revenue.
- Drive initiatives that maximize customer uptime, equipment lifecycle support, and premium service experiences.
- Provide leadership to the Corporate Parts Manager, Corporate Service Manager, and Aftermarket Support Teams while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Drive operational consistency across all locations while supporting local flexibility to meet customer needs.
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, Precision Agriculture, Finance, HR, and Store Managers to deliver an integrated customer experience.
- Lead modernization initiatives including dealership systems, telematics, precision agriculture support, workflow technologies, and digital customer communication tools.
- Use business intelligence, analytics, and performance metrics to guide decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Build succession plans, develop future leaders, and strengthen technician recruitment, apprenticeship, and career development programs.
- Serve as a visible organizational leader who reinforces Huron Tractor's culture, values, and commitment to safety.
During your first year, you'll focus on:
- Developing a long-term strategic roadmap for Product Support.
- Strengthening collaboration between Parts, Service, Sales and Precision Agriculture.
- Improving operational consistency across all eleven locations.
- Increasing customer retention, loyalty, and aftermarket market share.
- Enhancing technician development, leadership succession, and workforce planning.
- Expanding the use of technology and connected support solutions to improve customer responsiveness.
- Identifying opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency, and strengthen financial performance.
- Building a high-performing leadership team focused on continuous improvement and customer success.
We're looking for an experienced leader who understands both the operational and strategic aspects of a modern dealership.
You have:
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in dealership aftermarket operations, agriculture, heavy equipment, construction, or a related industry.
- Proven success leading multi-location Parts and Service organizations with full operational and financial accountability.
- Demonstrated ability to lead organizational growth, operational transformation, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, profitability, and operational performance.
- Experience developing leaders and building high-performing teams.
- Exceptional communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
- A collaborative leadership style focused on empowering others and delivering results.
Why Join Huron Tractor?
At Huron Tractor, Product Support is central to our customer and organizational success.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Influence the strategic direction of one of Canada's leading John Deere dealerships.
- Lead an organization that directly impacts customer satisfaction, loyalty, and profitability.
- Develop the next generation of Parts and Service leaders.
- Modernize dealership operations through technology, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Help build an industry-leading aftermarket organization recognized for exceptional customer support.
- Work alongside a collaborative Executive Leadership Team committed to investing in people and innovation.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- RRSP program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Professional development through John Deere and internal learning opportunities
- Career growth within a growing organization
- A collaborative culture where your ideas make a difference.
If you're passionate about developing people, delivering an exceptional customer experience, and building a high-performing Product Support organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining how your leadership experience aligns with this opportunity.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Visit our Careers page to learn more about opportunities at Huron Tractor.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead the enterprise-wide Parts, Service, and Customer Support operations across eleven locations to drive profitability and operational excellence. Develop and execute a long-term aftermarket strategy to maximize customer uptime and equipment lifecycle support.
Requirements
Requires over 10 years of progressive leadership experience in dealership aftermarket operations, agriculture, or heavy equipment industries. Must have proven success managing multi-location organizations with strong financial acumen and a collaborative leadership style.
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Aftermarket Operations
- Financial Acumen
- Operational Excellence
- Leadership Development
- Budget Management
- Change Management
- Performance Metrics
- Succession Planning
- Precision Agriculture
- Multi-location Management
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- RRSP Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Management & Leadership
- Agriculture
- Customer Service & Support
- Trades
- Logistics
Keywords
- John Deere
- Aftermarket
- Precision Agriculture
- Telematics
- Customer Retention
- Equipment Lifecycle
- Business Intelligence
- Workforce Planning
- Dealership Systems
- Operational Transformation
- Customer Uptime
- Recurring Revenue
- Agriculture
- Heavy Equipment
Seniority
Lead
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Employee discount
- Wellness program
Tools
- dealership systems
- telematics