Generator Division Manager - Beatrice NE

Sonepar•Beatrice, NE

About The Position

Echo Electric is hiring a Manager for its Generator Division. The role provides leadership and strategic direction for the division, with responsibility for sales growth, service operations, employee development, customer relationships, and vendor partnerships. The manager balances day-to-day operational leadership with the long-term goal of expanding the generator business. The position leads and develops inside sales and service teams, engages with branch management and sales teams to identify opportunities, builds customer relationships, and coordinates with generator manufacturers and vendors. It also develops strategies to grow generator sales, service revenue, and market share; creates employee training plans; and maintains knowledge of generator products, applications, competition, and industry trends. The position is based in Beatrice, Nebraska, and the stated hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Demonstrated customer and vendor relationship-building and maintenance skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to plan and schedule the work of others.
Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills, including ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency with general computer applications and Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Strong customer service orientation.
Attention to detail and problem-solving, analysis, and resolution skills.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds with or without accommodation.
Passion for learning electrical products and their applications, as well as the electrical distribution industry.
Occasional travel may be required; a valid driver’s license and proven safe driving record are required.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including generator repair.
Ability to lift heavy equipment safely as part of the job requirements.
Experience in vehicle maintenance to ensure operational readiness for fieldwork.
Familiarity with schematics for troubleshooting and repair.

Nice To Haves

Sales skills for promoting additional services or products to clients.
Previous experience as a service technician or mechanic is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead, support, and develop the Generator Division’s inside sales and service teams, setting clear expectations and promoting accountability, teamwork, and excellent customer service.
Meet regularly with branch management and sales teams to identify generator opportunities, improve coordination, and support local market growth.
Schedule and participate in customer meetings to strengthen existing relationships, develop new business, understand customer needs, and identify generator sales and service opportunities.
Develop and maintain relationships with generator manufacturers and key vendor partners, coordinating on product strategy, training, technical support, opportunities, and market development.
Develop and execute strategies to increase generator sales, service revenue, and overall market share across the company’s footprint.
Develop structured training plans to strengthen employees’ product knowledge, technical competency, sales capabilities, and overall effectiveness.
Maintain understanding of generator products, applications, competitive offerings, industry trends, and evolving market opportunities.
Organize and manage customer opportunities, employee priorities, vendor initiatives, training programs, and departmental objectives.