Branch Manager

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sonepar's Capital Electric Hanover, PA branch is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee sales, administration and operations. The role focuses on budgeting, inventory control, and profit maximization while ensuring top-tier customer satisfaction and implementing market growth opportunities.

The candidate will lead projects, manage logistics and staffing, and foster a culture of high energy and accountability across the team.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree with emphasis on business, or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical products and the distribution industry with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with Eclipse ERP is preferred.
• 2–3 years of supervisory or training experience.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills.
• Able to problem solve.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, up to 50 lbs., occasionally more.
• Reliable, responsible, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all branch functions in sales, administration and operations.
• Budget, inventory control, and profitability to maximize branch performance.
• Drive market growth opportunities and customer satisfaction.
• Lead projects and sales staff to expand customer base and margins.
• Manage daily branch operations and logistics, including cross-dock activities.
• Supervise branch inventories, purchasing, shipping, receiving, warehousing and re-ordering.
• Promote a safe working environment and report hazards promptly.
• Provide direction and cultivate a high-energy, entrepreneurial culture.

Skills

Electrical products

Distribution industry

Eclipse ERP

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

4-year college degree (business)

Tools

Eclipse ERP

Job description

Capital Electric has a Branch Manager position available at our Hanover, PA location. The person in this role is responsible for managing every aspect of the branch functions in sales, administration and operations while exhibiting efficiency in budgeting, inventory control, profit maximization and customer satisfaction. In addition, the Branch Manager develops and implements market growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate, meet, and/or exceed customer needs, wants and expectations. Respond to customers with a sense of urgency and ensure commitments are met.
• Use selling skills, account management and customer relations techniques to proactively grow market share and ensure Capital Electric as the top distributor in the market.
• Provide leadership to projects and sales staff in order to grow customer base, provide consistent and superior customer service, while maintaining existing relationships and increase sales and margins.
• Carry out responsibilities and daily activities related to branch or department business administration and management.
• Manage the overall logistical operation of the cross dock to ensure the daily material flow is completed with accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage the branch inventories through purchasing, shipping, receiving, tracking, warehousing and storage, turnover and re-ordering.
• Commit to a clean and safe working environment following all safety guidelines and reporting hazards and injuries as soon as possible.
• Add value to the organization by promoting improved job performance of our associates.
• Select and train associates for specific job functions and assign related responsibilities to ensure customer needs are met while maintaining profitability for the store.
• Provide direction and leadership in setting priorities, being enthusiastic and having a determined attitude to influence coworkers.
• Provide insight and expertise on the local market. Manage with flexibility, innovation and risk taking to utilize advantages of new opportunities.
• Value a culture of high energy, passion for our work, and entrepreneurial ownership.
• Support the success of the organization through teamwork, cross regional and interdepartmental cooperation and collaboration.
• Use effective communication skills to interact with others in a productive manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4-year college degree with an emphasis on business, and/or a combination of relevant knowledge through job related experience & training.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical products and distribution industry with a minimum of 4-years of industry related experience.
• Experience working in the Eclipse ERP is preferred
• 2-3 years supervisory/training experience
• Proven leadership and organization skills
• Able to problem solve
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, up to 50 lbs., occasionally more, to assist customer during regular business or an emergency basis.
• Reliable, responsible, and a great work ethic

What We Offer You

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Nearest Major Market: York PA
Nearest Secondary Market: Lancaster