Assistant Market General Manager

Interstate Batteries

98d

About The Position

This position will be responsible for assisting the manager of company owned distributorship to meet or exceed all operational and financial goals. The role encompasses various components including financial management, customer focus, human capital development, and process optimization.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years proven managerial experience.
• Proven sales record.
• Previous experience in a Warehouse or Distribution environment is a plus.
• Computer skills including Word and Excel preferred.
• Knowledge of battery or automotive systems is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Detail-oriented with careful attention to details.
• Interpersonal awareness to notice and interpret others' concerns.
• Ability to plan and organize tasks in a logical sequence.
• Results-oriented with a focus on achieving practical results.
• Responsive to suggestions and requests.
• Ability to manage team performance effectively.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to satisfying customers.
• Entrepreneurial orientation to seize profitable business opportunities.
• Initiative to identify and act on necessary tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Battery business knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Hold team accountable to operational budget goals.
• Review, monitor and analyze weekly scorecard and monthly financials to identify variances to FY financial plan.
• Design and implement action plans to address deficiencies in financial performance.
• Manage accounts receivable to maintain acceptable levels for operation.
• Develop and implement action plans for accounts with unacceptable AR balances.
• Manage inventory to coincide with selling activity to ensure proper levels.
• Manage Route Service Excellence program for maximum route efficiency.
• Increase gross profit through increased sales volume with existing and new dealers.
• Review, monitor and analyze tools in Market IQ to identify declining markets.
• Visit and maintain relationships with key accounts.
• Manage dealer erosion and act as key contact for complaints.
• Work with sales team to acquire new business within the region.
• Formulate, develop, implement and measure market strategies for penetration.
• Establish weekly meetings with operation staff.
• Provide performance management utilizing scorecards and progressive discipline.
• Provide recognition and reward for outstanding team performance.
• Provide consistent training and coaching to develop team members' skills.
• Ensure data integrity and timely submissions into reporting systems.
• Ensure compliance with all IOT standard operating procedures, including OSHA and DOT compliance.
• Manage routing procedures for maximum utilization of equipment and manpower.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Company supported wellness program.
• Onsite fitness center.
• Wide range of professional development opportunities.
• Training, resources, and tools for career advancement.
• Competitive pay and bonus structure.
• Saving and investment options for financial goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees