Southeast Region District Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Southeast Region District Manager 

Annual Salary of $100,000 - $115,000 - Includes Monthly Bonus and Commission Opportunities 

Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) w/Match, PTO and More!  

Join a Team that Powers Possibility! At Haun Welding Supply & Specialty Gases, we’ve been proudly supporting customers across New York and the Northeast since 1958 – delivering quality, safety, and service you can depend on. We’re more than a supplier; we’re a team driven by Helpfulness, Humility, Heart, and Honesty – the values that make us who we are.

About the Role As District Manager, you’ll lead the charge in driving operational success across the region. You’ll shape strategy, guide execution, and collaborate with key partners across Human Resources, Safety, Service, Credit, Purchasing, and Sales to deliver strong, consistent results and elevate overall district performance.

KEY OUTCOMES 

• A staff that embodies the Haun Culture.
• Meets or exceeds annual and monthly budget goals for branches and region.
• Branch and region are operationally efficient and effective.
• Branch managers are encouraged and developed.

KEY RHYTHMS

• Daily Coaching and instruction in Branch Best Practice.
• Actively participate in the weekly DM huddles.
• Actively participate in the Monthly Leadership meetings.
• Conduct 1:1 monthly with branch managers.
• Monthly Branch Visits.
• Monthly District Updates.
• As needed creation and coordination with corporate functions and sales to improve process and customer outcomes.
• Problem resolution.

RELATIONAL SCOPE

• Direct Report to Director of Branch Operations.
• Partner with your complementing Regional Sales Manager.
• Partner with Department Director or Managers (Plant, Finance, HR, Safety, Credit, etc.).
• Member of Leadership Team.
• Direct Supervisor to Branch Managers.
• Leader and model to your region.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Address operational problems that arise in a timely and effective way.
• Foster a positive environment.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the operations side of the business.
• Ensure operational efficiency is well defined and met in each branch. 
• Build relationships within the local communities surrounding the district.
• Monitor each branch’s P&L reports. 
• Face to face field time with direct reports and customer mentor, develop and drive positive results.
• Provide feedback to the Leadership Team on district needs as well as competitive market threats/opportunities.
• Work closely with District Sales Managers to ensure goals and objectives are met.
• Ensure that marketing efforts are consistent across each branch.
• Develop team through motivation, counseling, and product knowledge education.
• Ensure that branches adhere to company and industry regulations.
• Ensure that all branches meet safety and cleanliness standards.
• Ensuring that customer service levels are consistent across stores.
• Liaise between regional employees and company headquarters. 
• Make recommendations to senior management.
• Follow prescribed safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have at the time of hire and maintain throughout employment a valid drivers’ license free of major infractions.
• Must live within the designated territory. 
• 5+ years of related experience in a sales or branch role.
• Experience in industrial equipment or a welding equipment background is helpful.
• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in customer relationship management.
• Dedication to providing excellent customer service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work independently with minimum direction.
• Ability to work in a cooperative work environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Quantitative aptitude and experience managing budgets.
• Leadership and decision-making ability.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand directions and follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to develop and execute market / business plans.
• Must possess excellent customer skills.
• Knowledge of specified products and/or services offered.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

EQUIPMENT, MACHINES AND SOFTWARE USED

• Ability to operate a computer, printer, photocopier, telephone, fax machine, calculator.
• Ability to use assigned software: Outlook, Word, Excel, Acumatica, or others assigned).
• Ability to wear safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and face shield.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, walk, talk, hear, climb, balance, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, lift, use fingers, grasp, feel, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in an office environment and will require regular travel.

Haun Welding Supply & Specialty Gases is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. We do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, genetics, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment-related activities, from application and hiring through ongoing employment.