General Manager - Minneapolis

What You'll Do

• Align local market strategy with corporate strategy to maximize long-term profit and return on working capital.
• Manage all aspects of logistics in assigned district.
• Manage and develop relationships with key customers in assigned districts and determine the strategy for value proposition and product penetration.
• Ensure all customer commitments are met, and best practices are implemented for safety, safety certification, material handling, inventory management, and delivery.
• Oversee sales strategy and work hand in hand with operations (local, regional, and corporate) to ensure communication is strong and expectations in regard to quality, safety, and the BlueLinx brand expectations are appropriately defined and met.
• Manage sales representatives to improve profitability, product penetration, and product mix with all customers.
• Conduct joint sales calls with sales representatives to identify opportunities and maintain/build customer relationships (including sales representative coaching/mentoring).
• Manage inventory levels (including slow, inactive, liquidation/large buys and damaged inventory flow) and align local product mix with local market dynamics and product strategy.
• Lead team; select/hire; develop objectives; coach and evaluate performance.
• Ensure direct reports obtain applicable training and development opportunities to enhance performance, development, and contributions to the company.
• Hold direct reports accountable for individual and team performance.
• Maintain high team engagement.

What We're Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited University is strongly preferred.
• 8 plus years of experience with a solid track record of enhancing sales AND Operational involvement.
• Strong communication - communicating with executive and business partners, as well as front-line employees to gain trust and embrace the BlueLinx culture.
• Strategic planning, negotiation, financial acumen (specifically financial statements), strong analytical skills (both qualitative and quantitative), forecasting, decision-making, innovation, change management, persuasiveness and strong interpersonal skills.
• Results minded individual that can communicate the opportunity of growth to the entire staff and lead the sales team to strong opportunities.
• Building Material Experience is a huge Plus.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities to function well at different levels in a team environment.
• Territory management and target marketing skills.
• Solid change agent. Comfortable with implementing changes and discussing it will all parties involved.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, sense of urgency, problem-solving and customer focus.
• Extensive product knowledge, consultative and relationship selling skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Software and relevant sales systems technology.

About BlueLinx

• Competitive salary package in the range of $135K-$175K complemented by Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) and Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 401K match and life insurance.
• Gross salary and benefits are subject to change.
• Generous vacation and holiday pay.
• Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress: Customer Centric, Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, Grit.
• About BlueLinx: BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70k branded and private-label SKUs, we have a broad distribution footprint servicing all 50 states. Our team of over 2,000 associates is critical to our success. Our culture is driven by teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.
• The salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations.
• BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.