Manager in Training
SPEC Building Materials Corporation is recognized as one of the nation’s leading wholesale distributors of quality building materials and equipment for both the commercial and residential roofing contractor. Since 1973, SPEC Building Materials Corporation—a family-owned and operated business—has strategically grown to thirty-five convenient branch locations in markets throughout the Midwest, the South, and the Southeastern regions. We’re in search of team leaders who would like to run a business as if it were their own.
About the role
Manager in Training (MIT) is a training program designed to allow the associate to learn every segment of our business and culture. Once training is successfully completed, the candidate will have an opportunity to run their own branch.
Training Modules
- Customer Service / Counter Sales Training
- Residential and Commercial Product Training
- Inventory Management & Cost Control
- Logistics & Warehouse Management
- Branch Manager Training
- Outside Sales Training
- Leadership Training
Responsibilities
- Learn and master all aspects of branch operations, including customer service, sales, inventory management, logistics, and leadership.
- Develop skills in residential and commercial roofing products, windows, entry doors, and exterior siding.
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors, customers, and branch employees.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit, self-motivation, and enthusiasm for the business.
- Apply analytical problem-solving skills to business challenges.
- Maintain excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Requirements
- Preferably a 4-year BS in Marketing/Sales or Business.
- Two years of industry or industry-related experience in building materials, home building, or remodeling.
- Two years of prior management experience, preferably in the building material distribution industry.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and the Internet.
- Experience selling residential and commercial roofing products, with demonstrated success in selling to a local contractor base.
- Current state-issued driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Legally entitled to work in the United States.
- Able to pass a company-required drug test.
- Able to read, speak, and write the English language to communicate effectively with vendors, customers, and employees.
Skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit and self-motivation.
- Excellent customer service and management skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Analytical problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ethical and honest.
- Dependability and professionalism.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Pay
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Schedule
- Day shift
- Full-time
Work Location: In person at 4301 Supply Court BLDG 6, Austin, Texas.