Branch Manager - Building Materials & Growth Leader

Patene-Building-Supplies-Ltd; Chatham; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Patene Building Supplies Ltd. seeks a Branch Manager for the Chatham branch to drive sales, lead daily operations and deliver outstanding customer service.

You will manage customer accounts, develop business with contractors and builders, oversee inventory, shipping, credit and staff, and coordinate with Head Office to align with company goals. In this Canada-based, family-operated company, you’ll cultivate long-term relationships, monitor market trends and pricing, and ensure safe, efficient

Qualifications

• Experience in building materials or wholesale distribution.
• Ability to grow sales and manage customer relationships.
• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of local market and pricing.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to lead branch operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage customer accounts with contractors, builders and retailers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through visits and follow-ups.
• Prepare quotations, bid follow-ups, convert opportunities to sales.
• Oversee orders, pricing, inventory, credit and staff across the branch.
• Ensure prompt, professional customer service and timely deliveries.
• Maintain safety and compliance within the branch.

Skills

Sales leadership

Customer relationships

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Order entry

Microsoft Office

Inventory management

Driver's license

Tools

Inventory systems

Order entry systems

MS Office

Job description

Patene Building Supplies Ltd. seeks a Branch Manager for the Chatham branch to drive sales, lead daily operations and deliver outstanding customer service.

You will manage customer accounts, develop business with contractors and builders, oversee inventory, shipping, credit and staff, and coordinate with Head Office to align with company goals. In this Canada-based, family-operated company, you’ll cultivate long-term relationships, monitor market trends and pricing, and ensure safe, efficient