Branch Manager

Responsibilities Recruiting, leadership, motivation, direction and training of branch team so they are able to serve customers effectively and profitably. Meet or exceed total sales and net income targets. Oversee overall branch operations and growth including inventories and safeguarding branch assets. Primary Duties: Direct and coordinate sales efforts within assigned branch. Assist with account development and make support calls on customers as necessary. Perform training analysis by function and implement plans to bridge gaps. Assist District Manager with annual business plan. Stay abreast of current markets served, industry trends, new products, market prices, customers, vendors and competitors. Provide superior customer service and support company goals and objectives using the company platform of solutions oriented Value Added Services. Maintain contact and friendly relationships with suppliers and customers, building a favorable company image and resolving problems and complaints as they arise. Assist with corporate audits as necessary. Retain and safeguard all records as required by executive/corporate management. Ensure company's Business System standard processes are installed and executed at branch. Maintain pricing profiles to be competitive with current market levels while attaining necessary margin and profit goals. Supervisory Responsibilities Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: ensuring all positions are staffed by qualified and trained personnel, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Recommend merit wage increases within the established company wage structure and policy. Supervise all work performed in the branch including branch purchasing, pricing, quotations, contract review, and warehouse activities and/or other staff who are responsible for these functions or areas. Qualifications Experience in managing income statements and balance sheets (profit & loss). Experience implementing sales strategies. Must have the ability to work as a team player with company partners and colleagues. Knowledge of all functional areas in the wholesale electrical distribution industry. Strong negotiation, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. Comprehensive PC skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, AS400, mainframe environment, and Microsoft Outlook products). Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Does this describe you Does the candidate have electrical distribution experience? Does the candidate have management experience? Is the candidate willing to relocate to Cedar Rapids, IA? Does the candidate have P&L experience? Does the candidate have strategic planning experience? Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc #J-18808-Ljbffr