Branch Manager

The position of Branch Manager will be based out of Naperville, IL!

Summary

The Branch Manager is responsible for developing/coaching their team and providing the profitable and safe functioning of the branch. The Branch Manager reviews all aspects of branch operations, interprets corporate goals, prepares and executes annual budgets, and plans and implements sales and operational initiatives to achieve profitable business growth. Responsibilities include but are not limited to safety, personnel, facility, inventory, equipment, and the overall business results.

What You'll Do

• Drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize all aspects of branch performance. Lead external digital strategy through customer digital adoption
• Provide leadership, motivation, direction, and training to branch personnel. Recognize personnel problems, and take corrective actions as needed
• Ensure branch personnel have the tools necessary to achieve highest levels of sales potential
• Effectively manage branch Profit and Loss (P&L) to meet or exceed total sales, GE sales, net income, asset management targets, and expense budgets
• Implement branch security and safety standards by conducting facility and asset inspections and taking corrective actions to support controls
• Remain knowledgeable and current about markets served, customers, vendors, and competitors
• Maintain and develop positive relationships with existing and prospective customers and vendors, demonstrates excellent customer service and sets an example for other staff
• Conduct/oversee inventory control procedures and ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained
• Collaborate with key partners, managers, sales, and marketing to support branch mission, strategies, and growth goals
• May fill in for branch and warehouse roles and makes deliveries as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• 5+ years of sales, operations, electrical distribution, or similar B2B industry experience
• 2+ years of leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and experience in inventory control and warehouse operations
• Ability to manage P&Ls preferred
• Ability to develop and implement sales strategies
• Sales and service oriented, self-motivated, dependable, possess excellent leadership and customer service skills
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP system such as Solar Eclipse
• Ability to develop and coach a team

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock Occasionally – up to 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment Occasionally – up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations Occasionally – up to 20%

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position ones self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/ in server closet Occasionally – up to 20%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally – up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force

• Up to 10 pounds Constantly – at least 51%
• Up to 25 pounds Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Up to 50 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 75 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”