Operations - Branch Manager

Salit Steel•Winnipeg, MB

43d•Onsite

About The Position

The Branch Manager, under the direction of the President of Mid-Canada Rebar, is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operation of the Winnipeg MB location. You possess a comprehensive understanding of the overall flow of business from initial order coming in to product delivery and receipt of payment. As the Branch Manager, you are essential and responsible for running an entrepreneurial business in your respective market and treat it as if it were your own. You are someone who can sustainably increase profit while creating strong alignment amongst all teams in the branch on common goals, objectives and strategic plans. In this dynamic role, the Branch Manager will provide leadership to develop an effective team that will be directly responsible for all aspects of selling, buying, producing, fabricating and project management. The incumbent will ensure that company objectives are achieved by guaranteeing resources are available and allocated, and that processes and protocols are properly communicated, and followed. At Mid-Canada Rebar, our mission is to be the ‘go-to’ supplier of choice for our clients, offering unmatched industry expertise, exceptional service, and consistent quality. The Branch Manager will play a pivotal role in building the business for long-term success, fostering sustainable growth, and strengthening our commitment to delivering reliable reinforcing solutions to our clients.

Requirements

7+ years of management experience in a similar role. People leadership experience is a must.
Rebar, Construction and/or Manufacturing experience preferred.
Demonstrated success and management experience in inspiring and leading transparent, positive team environments in past roles.
Demonstrated success in management of budgets, P&L, Forecasting in past roles.
Entrepreneurial, adaptable, open to possibility and personal development.
An exceptional communicator with the ability to delegate.
Results-oriented and process driven, accountable with high expectations of self and team.
Strong Sales acumen
Build and maintain strong relationships
Data driven
Strong understanding of P&L and associated levers
Strong understanding of ERP systems and data analysis
Strong understanding of good manufacturing principles
Drive for efficiency – to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort – towards achieving the mission
Strategic thinking/visioning
High standards, strong ethics and integrity
Proactive
Excellent understanding of sales, finance, business management, manufacturing and construction
Strong organizational and planning acumen
Accountability and dependability
Coaching and mentoring
Excellent verbal and written communication
Leadership
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Results focused
Adaptability / flexibility
Decisive, sound decision making and judgement
Mediating and negotiating
Time Management
Analytical

Nice To Haves

Rebar, Construction and/or Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Market Expansion & Growth: Focus on deeper market penetration, brand expansion, and identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.
Strategic Planning: Develop business plans, operational budgets, and innovative strategies to achieve branch goals and financial objectives.
Operational Excellence: Streamline processes, implement best practices, and drive efficiencies to enhance productivity and profitability.
Entrepreneurial Leadership: Identify problems, seek solutions, and lead teams to achieve company objectives with a commercial mindset.
Performance Management: Oversee project life cycles, monitor financial metrics, and ensure quality control for operational success.
Decision-Making: Ensure accuracy in contracts, resolve issues effectively, and drive results through team and resource alignment.
Customer-Centric Approach: Build and foster strong customer relationships, ensuring excellence in service and satisfaction.
Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and coach teams, cultivating their skills and competencies to achieve growth and performance.
Positive Work Environment: Promote a balanced culture that values execution, collaboration, and alignment with core values.
Safety and Compliance: Uphold health, safety, and operational policies, fostering a compliant and prevention-focused environment.
Full project life cycle, overseeing tenders, budgets, estimates, detailing, high level project schedules, billing and collections.
Review customer contracts for accuracy to quotations and LOI’s. Ensure all contractual issues are resolved effectively in a timely manner.
Collaborate with corporate buying to implement inventory strategy.
Monitor quality control systems to ensure customer service standards are maintained.
Ensure compliance to all operational policies and procedures, including COR requirements, Health and Safety regulations and standards by promoting prevention and compliance to Mid-Canada’s Health and Safety program.
Participate in AR, financial and job costing reviews to identify areas for improvement.
Any additional duties as required.