Division Vice President

Genuine Parts Company•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Division Vice President provides leadership, guidance, and support to ensure the branches and shops within the division achieve operational and financial objectives. The role sets and executes the division’s sales strategy and growth plan, oversees sales and operational performance across up to 15 branches, and leads the division’s day-to-day operations and resource allocation. The Division Vice President recruits and develops Branch Managers, implements corporate initiatives and procedures, and collaborates on new business opportunities and operational improvements. The position covers sales, account management, training, sales support, and development of sales plans and budgets. It reports to a Group Executive and has budget responsibility, with more than 10 direct and more than 10 indirect reports.

Requirements

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 15 or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
15 or more years of experience with Motion Industries in branch management, corporate accounts, or a combination of both.
Strong analytical, mathematics, and project management skills.
Strong business and financial acumen.
Ability to influence and motivate.
Ability to provide effective performance coaching and feedback.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Set the division’s sales strategy and growth plan and ensure its execution.
Supervise the sales and operational performance of up to 15 branches.
Recruit and develop Branch Managers to oversee and optimize sales and operations in each market.
Implement corporate initiatives, policies, and procedures in support of Motion Industries’ overall direction.
Collaborate to identify and secure new business opportunities and improve operational effectiveness.
Plan, organize, allocate resources, and direct the division’s day-to-day operations.
Oversee sales, account management, training, and sales support.
Develop sales plans and budgets to achieve sales goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.