Branch Manager

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Operating through eight regions, Rexel USA serves the market under banner names including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley, and Platt Electric Supply. With an online store and a network of over 460 warehouse storefronts nationwide, Rexel USA delivers comprehensive distribution solutions.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize branch performance.
• Lead external digital strategy through customer digital adoption.
• Provide leadership, motivation, direction, and training to branch personnel; address personnel issues with corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure branch personnel have the tools necessary to achieve highest sales potential.
• Manage branch Profit and Loss (P&L) to meet or exceed targets for total sales, GE sales, net income, asset management, and expense budgets.
• Implement branch security and safety standards through facility and asset inspections and corrective actions.
• Stay knowledgeable about markets served, customers, vendors, and competitors.
• Maintain and develop positive relationships with existing and prospective customers and vendors; demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Conduct and oversee inventory control procedures to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Collaborate with key partners, managers, sales, and marketing to support branch mission, strategies, and growth goals.
• Make deliveries to branches or customers as required.
• Perform other branch duties as needed, including counter sales, order preparation, receiving, stocking, staging, shipping, and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of sales, operations, electrical distribution, or similar B2B industry experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred.
• If required to make deliveries:
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • At least 21 years of age.
  • Must pass pre-employment and annual Motor Vehicle Record review.
  • Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire.
  • No suspended driver’s license for traffic accidents/violations in the past 3 years.
  • No at-fault accidents in the past 3 years.

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.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and teamwork abilities.
• 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%).
• Walk: Frequently (21% to 50%).
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly (at least 51%).
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally (up to 20%).
• Climb or balance: Occasionally (up to 20%).
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly (at least 51%).
• Weight and force demands:
  • Up to 10 pounds: Constantly (at least 51%).
  • Up to 25 pounds: Frequently (21% to 50%).
  • Up to 50 pounds: Occasionally (up to 20%).

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise levels, heat, or cold: Occasionally (up to 20%).
• Exposed to electrical hazards or 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%).

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 (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Commuter transit benefits.
• Optional insurance coverage (e.g., pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, home and auto insurance).
• Employee discount programs.
• Professional training and development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities with a focus on internal promotions.