Branch Manager

Job Duties

• Assess local market conditions, identify current and prospective sales opportunities and develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans for the branch.
• Recommend desirable changes in the policies and goals of the branch and the organization.
• Aid in developing branch and organizational objectives.
• Communicate effectively with other branches and senior managers by sharing information on effective practices, competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs.
• Address customer satisfaction issues promptly.
• Cooperate fully with the Credit Department in extending and enforcing credit policy.
• Participate actively in community, business and industry organizations to build a network of contacts that improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company in the local area.
• Achieve the profitability goals/objectives of the division/branch and organization.
• Manage and grow existing distribution accounts from an operations level.
• Analyze data for trends and develop and execute “value added” programs.
• Aid in creating and implementing programs to drive sales and improve margins.
• Participate in operations meetings and prepare required reports.
• Work collaboratively with area suppliers’ sales directors and manufacturers’ rep organizations.
• Hire, train and supervise sales staff.
• Increase knowledge of industry and products as well as management and finance disciplines.

Job Requirements

• Problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Motivated self-starter, comfortable in fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Professional demeanor.
• Experience monitoring marketplace to identify business opportunities.
• Tech expertise and knowledge of company products.
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership, motivation and managerial skills.
• Judgment and decision-making ability.
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
• Team player who works productively with wide range of people.
• Proven history of profit and loss management to maximize financial performance.
• Complies with equal employment opportunity laws, regulations and company policies related to discrimination in hiring, firing, promotion and compensation, including sexual harassment.
• Demonstrated competency hiring, developing and evaluating employees to achieve corporate and personal objectives.
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Experience developing and implementing business plans and goals.
• Demonstrated success managing inventory, including auditing, forecasting and planning.
• Experience managing warehouse facilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, inventory/warehouse management and distribution software.
• Demonstrated success meeting sales goals and growing sales.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Minimum 1 year in similar position (4 years preferred).
• Minimum 3 years in progressive position (4 years preferred).
• Product/applications experience required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Benefits

Purvis Industries offers a professional environment with competitive salary and benefits that include medical, dental/vision, Life, and 401k matching, as well as an aggressive vacation schedule.

Company Information

Purvis Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and promotes a drug free workplace.