General Manager

Patterson Companies, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

21d•$139,200 - $185,667

About The Position

As a General Manager, you will direct and supervise branch sales and internal operations, including management of the sales team. You will partner with the Operations Manager to develop strategies that support the branch’s growth and profitability while providing quality customer service. Patterson is a value-added distributor serving the dental and animal health markets with products, services, and technology.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sales, management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of experience with a proven track record in sales.
Strong business acumen, decision-making abilities, and customer focus.
Ability to effectively lead people, build a high-performing team, and facilitate ongoing development.
General computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office and CRM systems.

Nice To Haves

Background in customer service, sales, and asset management.
Previous experience supervising sales teams.
Related industry knowledge.

Responsibilities

Analyze and evaluate sales activities, market trends, and customer needs to optimize sales.
Develop the sales team through ongoing training, development, and specific, constructive feedback.
Review and evaluate direct reports’ work to assess job performance.
Partner with the Operations Manager to foster a customer service culture within the branch.
Identify process improvements to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
Participate in personnel selection and determine staffing needs to ensure job coverage and meet branch obligations.
Perform other general manager duties as required.