Assistant Manager- Concord

Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major electrical distributor in Ontario is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee branch operations and lead staff. This full-time position requires at least 5 years of experience in operational leadership, preferably within the electrical industry. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and strategic planning, and handle inventory processes. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, a pension plan, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Major medical and dental coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan with contribution matching

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operational leadership experience in the electrical industry.
• Strong knowledge of operational leadership best practices and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee branch operations to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Lead and develop branch staff while promoting company culture.
• Handle purchasing and inventory processes.

Skills

Operational leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor relations

Microsoft Excel

Education

Post-secondary education in Electrical or Business Administration

Job description

Overview

Assistant Manager- Concord at Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd. Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors with 24 locations in Ontario, over 400 employees, and a long-standing Canadian family-owned business founded in 1957. We are committed to a Customer First - Employee Driven culture and invest in training and career growth for our people.

Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario (GTA). This is a full-time position requiring leadership across branch operations in the region.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee branch operations in the region to ensure smooth, efficient running while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Lead, coach, and develop branch staff; promote the Customer First - Employee Driven culture.
• Establish standard work schedules, ensure adherence to Gerrie policies and procedures, and manage vacation / sick coverage.
• Collaborate with the Branch / Regional Branch Manager (B / RBM) and Sales Team to address staffing needs and operational requirements.
• Coordinate monthly staff meetings with B / RBM and prepare agendas / minutes; assign action items.
• Support annual performance evaluations and identify internal training opportunities.
• Handle purchasing and inventory processes, including reallocation of staff to support shipping / receiving, counter, and cycle counting.
• Transfer materials between Gerrie Distribution Centre and branches as needed to meet customer requirements.
• Drive sales and marketing activities at the branch, manage select accounts, process orders, contracts, and pricing with the B / RBM, and promote promotions to customers.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting, compliance with ISO procedures, safety audits, and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate and execute branch-related events and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean projects).
• Foster a professional, positive culture and open communication with staff, vendors, and customers.

What You Bring To The Table

• Post-secondary education (degree, diploma, or certificate) in Electrical related discipline or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of operational leadership experience, preferably in the electrical industry.
• Strong knowledge of operational leadership best practices, product knowledge, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead employees; strategic thinking about markets and competition.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and analyze financial performance.
• Proven skills in strategic planning, decision making, time management, vendor relations, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Benefits & Culture

• Major medical and dental coverage for you and dependents, with flexible plan options.
• Employee Assistance Program, global travel coverage, and a pension plan with contribution matching.
• Training, development, and career growth opportunities; tuition reimbursement; promote-from-within culture.
• Diverse, inclusive workplace with a caring, nurturing environment.

Words our employees use to describe us: Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward-thinking, innovative, successful.

Hiring Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Wholesale

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