Branch Manager

Westburne; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Westburne is seeking a Branch Manager for its Thunder Bay location to drive sales and manage operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the electrical industry, with excellent leadership and customer service skills. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement within a growing organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits plan

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related industry experience, including 3 years in management.
• Strong business acumen for analyzing financial reports.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coach staff.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets and company objectives.
• Create a culture of exceptional customer service.
• Provide effective management and training for direct reports.

Skills

Business Acumen

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

University Degree

Job description

Westburne Electric, a division of Rexel Canada Electrical Inc., is a leader in electrical product distribution, participating in the commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional markets across Canada.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a self-motivated individual to become an integral part of our team at our Thunder Bay location. If you want to work in a dynamic team environment and excel when entrusted with responsibility, Westburne is the place for you. Westburne offers:

• A competitive compensation and benefits plan.
• An excellent opportunity for advancement within a growing organization.

The Branch Manager is in direct contact with all Westburne personnel within the city, working closely with Inside and Outside Sales Representatives, Operations, Customers, and Suppliers. They are responsible for achieving sales targets and company objectives, as well as:

• Creating a culture of exceptional customer service.
• Increasing market share by growing existing and acquiring new customer accounts.
• Meeting with key and potential customers to discuss market trends, future business, resolve concerns, and increase customer awareness while supporting sales and marketing plans.
• Providing effective management through strong leadership and direction of immediate subordinates.
• Coordinating dealings with Westburne departments, outside manufacturers, suppliers, and customers.
• Providing performance management and training for direct reports.
• Ensuring the implementation of company policies and objectives.
• Ensuring operational efficiency and excellence in collaboration with Divisional and Corporate personnel.
• Actively participating in community engagement as a company ambassador.
• Meeting corporate objectives related to quality, health and safety, and asset control.
• Utilizing and coordinating services of the Marketing, Product Management, Inventory Replenishment, and Credit Management Departments for regional growth while managing risks.

Skills / Qualifications

• University degree (preferred) plus at least ten (10) years of related industry experience, including three (3) years in management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong business acumen for analyzing financial reports and developing strategies to meet or exceed operational and fiscal targets.
• Ability to build strategic partnerships and identify potential sales opportunities.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and execution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coach staff, and make difficult decisions.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us using the “Need Help” button in Fitzii. We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For other career opportunities, please visit our website. Learn more about Westburne by clicking on “Life Here”.