Branch Manager

About the Company

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication, and related supplies in the United States. The company operates its electrical distribution business through eight regions under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

About the Role

The Branch Manager is responsible for developing and coaching their team while ensuring the profitable and safe functioning of the branch. This role involves reviewing all aspects of branch operations, interpreting corporate goals, preparing and executing annual budgets, and planning and implementing sales and operational initiatives to achieve profitable business growth.

Responsibilities

• 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 the 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, demonstrating excellent customer service and setting 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.
• Make deliveries to branches/customers as required.
• Perform other job functions within a branch when required, including but not limited to counter sales, preparing and filling orders, receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material, and maintaining branch equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of sales, operations, electrical distribution, or similar B2B industry experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred.
• If required to make deliveries:
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record.
  • Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire.
  • Must not have had a suspended driver's license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years.
  • Must not have any at-fault accidents in the past 3 years.
• High School or GED – Required.
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree – Preferred.

Skills

• 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, with excellent leadership and customer service skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Solar Eclipse.
• Ability to develop and coach a team.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Frequently – 21% to 50% of the time.
• Walk: Frequently – 21% to 50% of the time.
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly – at least 51% of the time.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally – up to 20% of the time.
• Climb or balance: Occasionally – up to 20% of the time.
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly – at least 51% of the time.

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds: Constantly – at least 51% of the time.
• Up to 25 pounds: Frequently – 21% to 50% of the time.
• Up to 50 pounds: Occasionally – up to 20% of the time.

Working Environment

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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401K with Employer Match.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness Programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• HSA Accounts.
• Commuter Transit Benefits.
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance.
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Professional Training & Development Programs.
• Career Advancement Opportunities – promotion from within.