Area Vice President - Building Materials

Builders FirstSource is America’s largest supplier of building materials, value‑added components and building services to the professional market. We believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree; experience, skills and passion are equally important.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the distribution centers of the area. Lead a market in district sales and production. Manage overall sales (professional and retail), operations, production, delivery, purchasing, install and inventory control. Ensure daily operations of each location are effectively managed by the Market or General Manager. Oversee development and implementation of purchasing and inventory control programs to meet inventory levels and turns. Direct and coordinate promotion of products or services to develop new markets, increase market share and obtain a competitive position in the industry. Motivate employees, maintain a productive workforce and train successor management. Recommend capital improvements and institute a cost‑effective vehicle and equipment maintenance program. Support and reinforce company safety initiatives to meet all OSHA and DOT requirements. Communicate and enforce company policies and procedures to Market and General Managers. Responsible for budget accountability and reporting; establish standard cost, operating budgets and acceptable inventory levels; monitor expenses and create new methods to improve financial performance. Represent and promote the Company at industry, manufacturing or trade associations. Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage subordinate supervisors across various departments; oversee direction, coordination and evaluation of units. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, appraising, rewarding, disciplining employees, and resolving complaints.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university. Seven to ten years of related managerial experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience in the building materials industry.

COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly, gathers and analyzes information, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem‑solving situations. Interpersonal Skills: Solves conflict, maintains confidentiality, listens without interrupting, remains open to new ideas. Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens and clarifies, responds well to questions, demonstrates group presentation skills. Visionary Leadership: Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect, trust and others to fulfill vision. Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others, inspires and motivates, effectively influences actions, accepts feedback, gives appropriate recognition. Managing People: Involves staff in planning and decisions, provides regular performance feedback, develops subordinates’ skills, solicits customer feedback, improves processes. Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget, implements cost‑saving measures, contributes to profits and revenue, conserves resources. Judgement: Makes sound decisions, supports reasoning, includes appropriate people in decision making, acts in a timely manner.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Physical demands: Frequent standing, walking and sitting; occasional talking and hearing. Exposed occasionally to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather. Noise level typically moderate.

BENEFITS

Builders FirstSource offers competitive, affordable benefits designed to enhance the lives of employees and their families. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and wish to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io (the email address is intended only for accommodation requests, not resume submissions). #J-18808-Ljbffr Builders FirstSource