Branch Manager - Electrical

Graybar • Nashville, TN

20d

About The Position

The Branch Manager–Electrical develops and implements business plans to help the Company achieve its financial and service goals, managing branch resources to deliver results. The position oversees branch operations, financial performance, inventory, customer service, employees, regulatory compliance, and business relationships. It also monitors competitive conditions and develops strategic plans to support long-term market share and profitability growth. Some travel is required, and the role requires use of a personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers an eligible-driver Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in sales, operations, or finance.
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry and supply chain management principles.
• Knowledge of how pricing decisions affect the Company's profit and loss.
• Knowledge of suppliers and their product lines.
• Business planning and market analysis skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership skills and ability to supervise staff and achieve results through others.
• Ability to develop and maintain customer and supplier relationships to achieve branch goals.
• Ability to think strategically about business needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple internal and external layers of the organization.
• Ability to motivate and influence others.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to use a personal vehicle for business purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Six or more years of experience in sales, operations, or finance preferred.
• Four-year degree in Business, Marketing, or a related major preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement programs to maximize net profit and return on sales.
• Initiate new programs and improve existing ones to meet or exceed financial performance metrics.
• Monitor customer service levels and take action to improve service as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and promote the sale of obsolete and overstocked material.
• Oversee preparation of the branch budget and monitor actual performance to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Manage employees and delegate effectively through key positions.
• Monitor activities for compliance with government regulations and organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with current and potential customers and suppliers.
• Monitor competitive conditions in the territory and recommend changes to gain market share in new areas.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for long-term market share and profitability growth.
• Recruit effectively for key branch positions and build a strong service infrastructure.
• Travel as required and use a personal vehicle for business purposes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan options.
• Life insurance coverage and family coverage options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits at no cost to the employee.
• Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Wellness Day.
• Community Time Off for volunteering.
• Predictable work schedules; no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• Employee stock ownership plan.
• Incentive eligibility based on specific and relevant business metrics.
• Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program for eligible drivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed