Branch Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in sales, operations, or finance.
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry and supply chain management principles.
• Knowledge of how pricing decisions affect company profit and loss.
• Knowledge of various suppliers and their product lines.
• Business planning and market analysis skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership skills and ability to supervise staff effectively and achieve results through others.
• Ability to develop and maintain customer and supplier relationships to achieve short- and long-term branch goals.
• Ability to think strategically about business needs.
• Ability to recruit effectively for key branch positions and build a strong service infrastructure.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple internal and external organizational levels.
• Ability to motivate and influence others.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Some travel required.
• Use of a personal vehicle for business purposes is required.

Nice To Haves

• 6 or more years of experience in sales, operations, or finance.
• Four-year degree in Business, Marketing, or a related major.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement programs to maximize net profit and return on sales.
• Initiate new programs and improve existing programs to meet or exceed financial performance metrics.
• Monitor customer service levels and take action to improve service as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and promote the sale of obsolete and overstocked material.
• Oversee preparation of the branch budget and monitor actual performance to ensure branch objectives are achieved.
• Manage a large number of employees and delegate effectively through key positions.
• Monitor activities for compliance with government regulations and organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with current and potential customers and suppliers.
• Monitor competitive conditions in the territory and recommend changes to gain market share in new areas.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support long-term market share and profitability growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan options.
• Life insurance coverage for employees, with options for family coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits at no cost to employees.
• Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Wellness Day.
• Community Time Off for volunteering.
• Predictable work schedules; most roles do not require weekends or nights.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program for eligible drivers using a personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Employee stock ownership plan.