Zone Manager

Horizon Therapeutics•Frisco, TX

About The Position

Horizon Distributors, Inc. (Horizon) is a wholly owned subsidiary of POOLCORP – the world’s largest publicly traded distributor of swimming pool, landscaping and outdoor living products – which employs over 6,000 team members in more than 445 sales centers worldwide. Horizon operates 90 of those sales centers across the US and is a leading distributor of landscape and irrigation products with a focus on serving the needs of professional landscape contractors. With more than 60 years of industry experience, Horizon prides itself in offering the convenience and buying power of a national company with the personalized service and attention to detail of a local store! At Horizon, our people ARE our priority and there are so many reasons to join our team! Here’s a few… Looking for a career – not just a job? Then we may be the place for you! We not only have the career opportunities, but we offer the training needed to help you grow. Continuous learning is available - locally in sales center training sessions, virtually in our online learning center, in the classroom at our training facility in Dallas, TX, and through tuition reimbursement. At Horizon, the sky is the limit. Our history of success is the result of our winning team. At Horizon, you will work with some of the best and brightest, in a stable environment, with predictable work hours and continuous rewards when targets are met…which is often the case. Join us and you’ll join a “winning team.” The Zone Manager exercises complete responsibility for developing and managing six business operations that increases sales, profitability, market share, and customer and employee satisfaction. At Horizon we believe that great memories are built outside! No matter the goal, maintaining the lawn or a complete yard overhaul, Horizon has our customers covered. We provide the trademark service, expertise and products green industry pros need to transform a yard into thriving outdoor living space. Landscaping & irrigation projects can be tough, but we provide the innovative tools, reliable equipment, and dedicated people to help our professionals get them done right and in budget. But we need you! Are you looking for the chance to earn a great living and learn from industry pros? Yes, then stop looking! With our comprehensive employee training, tuition reimbursement program, and abundant advancement opportunities, we are dedicated to developing your career with Horizon. Join our diverse family of the best and brightest folks in the landscape and irrigation business who are all ready to help you thrive. Outdoor living and the most gratifying career begins by joining the Horizon Distributors team!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or ten years distribution experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Military
Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

Manages six branch managers within a zone and adjusts sales goals and procedures as appropriate for each sales center based on goals set for the region.
Assesses local market conditions, identifies current and prospective sales opportunities and develops forecasts, financial objectives and business plans for the branches.
Researches, analyzes and implements strategic and marketing plans and recommends desirable changes in the policies and goals of the branches and the organization.
Grows the business through new product development, complementary product development, and new customer and market development.
Assumes responsibility for branches’ P&L to meet branch, region and corporate profitability goals and objectives.
Conducts monthly reviews of branch P&L with branch managers and regional managers.
Interacts with customers to develop customer relationships and to ensure that all requirements are being met.
Hires, develops and evaluates employees to achieve corporate and personal objectives.
Complies with equal employment opportunity laws, regulations and company policies related to discrimination in hiring, firing, promotion and compensation.
Responsible for safeguarding all company assets including inventory, cash, equipment, vehicles and facilities.
Implements and monitors all company policies and procedures for safe, efficient branch operations.
Participates actively in community, business and industry organizations to build a network of contacts that improve the presence and reputation of the branches and company in the assigned geographic region.
Follows high ethical standards and complies with all government regulations.
Maintains proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required.
Business travel up to 40% of time.
Performs any directly related appropriate duties assigned by the regional manager.

Benefits

group medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) – offered currently with a company match
an employee stock purchase program
seasonal sales and rewards programs
exclusive vendor discounts
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
401 (k) with generous company match
13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Discounts