Manager in Training

Guillevin International; Corner Brook; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Guillevin International invites applications for the Manager in Training position in Corner Brook. You will lead a local business centre, develop plans, and coordinate sales, project management and customer service to drive growth in the Canadian energy distribution market.

The role emphasizes entrepreneurial spirit, customer orientation, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance within Guillevin’s national network. A valid driver’s license and solid credit are required.

Qualifications

• Solid experience (or knowledge) of management, commercial sales and distribution, as well as the electricity and renewable energy industry.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a good credit rating.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for taking on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Understand your market.
• Develop an annual and medium-term business plan.
• Manage all internal and external activities of the business centre: financial management, sales, project management and customer service, purchasing, distribution, team management.
• Analyze the business centre’s current performance and assess opportunities to increase the level of service and ensure market-share growth.
• Build solid relationships with local and regional representatives of key suppliers.
• Create business partnerships.
• Promote the business centre and invest in the community.
• Build solid partnerships to support the next generation and stand out as an employer.
• Attract, hire and train new staff and ensure that everyone is properly equipped to succeed.
• Support and motivate the team to maintain a positive, stimulating and productive working atmosphere.
• Provide a safe work environment and enforce health and safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Management

Commercial sales

Distribution

Renewable energy knowledge

Job description

Manager in Training - Corner Brook

Status: Regular, Location: Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador

Job Description

Manage a business centre as if you owned it, without the financial risk. Serve a local market and be the reference for projects of all sizes, work with the top manufacturers. Be at the centre of the action as you learn within a solid and growing national chain where you will be provided with the support and tools you need for success. Do you have what we’re looking for? Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for taking on challenges. Customer-oriented and great team player. Solid experience (or knowledge) of management, commercial sales and distribution, as well as the electricity and renewable energy industry. Availability and willingness to do what it takes to successfully complete the “Learn to Manage Your Centre” training program. Have a valid driver’s license and a good credit rating.

Responsibilities

• Understand your market.
• Develop an annual and medium-term business plan.
• Manage all internal and external activities of the business centre: financial management, sales, project management and customer service, purchasing, distribution, team management.
• Analyze the business centre’s current performance and assess opportunities to increase the level of service and ensure market-share growth.
• Build solid relationships with local and regional representatives of key suppliers.
• Create business partnerships.
• Promote the business centre and invest in the community.
• Build solid partnerships to support the next generation and stand out as an employer.
• Attract, hire and train new staff and ensure that everyone is properly equipped to succeed.
• Support and motivate the team to maintain a positive, stimulating and productive working atmosphere.
• Provide a safe work environment and enforce health and safety rules and regulations.
• Understand and master the business centre’s operations, including the various systems.
• Encourage and promote personal and professional knowledge and skill development, leading by example.

What’s in it for you

We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Our dynamic work environment promotes autonomy and decision making, and offers great career opportunities. What sets us apart is our: Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishmentsis part of our culture. A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.

Among our benefits:

• Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.
• Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.
• Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.
• Charging terminals available at our facilities.
• Years of Service Recognition Program.

About Guillevin

Founded in 1906, Guillevin is a major player in Canadian distribution, recognized for its field expertise and strong partnerships with trusted brands in electrical, lighting, renewable energy, telecommunications, and automation. Active in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional markets, we create sustainable value where it truly matters. With more than 120 locally managed autonomous centers across the country, we operate at the heart of the markets we serve, close to our customers and their field realities. Our business model makes all the difference: Our local teams are agile, autonomous, and able to respond quickly to find the right solution, even for the most complex needs. We are true business partners. We understand your challenges, anticipate your needs, and work with you to find solutions that move your ambitions forward. This same culture of autonomy and collaboration drives our internal teams. At Guillevin, every employee plays a meaningful role in our collective success with the freedom to act, the pride to take initiative, and the desire to make a difference every day. Join our teams geared to make it happen!

Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.