Branch Manager

Hood Distribution•Antioch, TN

72d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hood Distribution is seeking a dynamic Branch Manager for its Nashville, TN location. As a market leader in the distribution of building products, Hood Distribution serves customers including building product retailers, cabinet shops, millwork houses, and similar businesses. This role is responsible for managing sales and marketing of products to businesses, overseeing daily operations, P&L, staff management and development, budgeting, marketing, and inventory management. The position manages a workforce of approximately 25 employees, $4 million in inventory, and a fleet of 5-7 trucks. The Branch Manager will have direct reports including Outside Sales Representatives, Inside Sales Representatives, an Operations Manager, and an Assistant Branch Manager.

Requirements

College degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
P&L experience with aspect to managing sales and operations.
Self-motivated/driven individual that has a can-do attitude to handle any customer or employee situation that may arise.
Sales-driven, compelling manager who can seize new business and have the skills and leadership to maintain current business.
A minimum of 7 years of operations or sales experience.
A minimum of 3 years experience in a management capacity.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills to include the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers.
Computer (Excel, Word, & Outlook) and IT system literate.
Must consent to a background check and a drug screen.
Must provide documentation indicating legal right to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience in wood products and mill operations is a plus.
Experience in hardwood products and mill operations is a plus as this facility has milling operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the branch, establishing consistent processes, standards, and expectations to ensure ongoing performance within company, regulatory, and legal requirements.
Manage and monitor the financial performance and overall profitability of the branch.
Ensure that inventory is received, handled, stored, and delivered to minimize damage or any other loss.
Follow up on quality or specification issues brought by employees or customers.
Develop strategic and tactical plans to grow the branch’s revenues and profit.
Identify and pursue opportunities to grow sales by developing new customers and/or broadening product line penetration to existing customers.
Manage the human resources activities of the branch within the company policies and guidelines.
Consistently reinforce a commitment to customer-focus toward both internal and external customers.
Ensure continuous training and coaching for all branch personnel to maintain a productive and safe working environment.
Display the highest level of ethical behavior and respect for others.