Branch Manager - Electrical

Grayba; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Profit sharing

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Graybar is seeking a Branch Manager in Chattanooga to lead branch performance and growth. You will design programs to maximize net profit, manage budgets, and supervise a large staff while maintaining top-notch customer service and supplier relations.

You will analyze markets, recruit key positions, and develop strategic plans to expand market share across the region, with some travel and a performance‑based incentive structure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in sales, operations, or finance.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of wholesale distribution industry and supply chain management principles.
• Knowledge of the impact pricing decisions have on the profit and loss of the Company.
• Knowledge of various suppliers and their product lines.
• Business planning and market analysis skills.
• SAP and MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) proficient.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation, conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
• Leadership and ability to supervise staff and achieve results through others.
• Ability to recruit for key positions.
• Ability to mediate customer complaints/disputes.
• Ability to operate at both a tactical and strategic level.
• Ability to motivate and influence others.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement programs to maximize net profit and return on sales.
• Initiate new and improve existing programs to meet or exceed financial metrics.
• Monitor customer service levels and take action to improve service as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and promote sale of obsolete and overstocked material.
• Oversee preparation of large branch budget and monitor performance to meet objectives.
• Manage a large number of employees and delegate effectively through key positions.
• Monitor compliance with government regulations and policies.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Monitor competitive conditions in the territory and adjust strategy to gain market share.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for long-term profitability growth.

Skills

Wholesale distribution

Supply chain

Pricing strategy

Vendor management

Business planning

Market analysis

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Leadership

Staff supervision

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Recruitment

Mediation

Time management

Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Become part of the excitement.As a Branch Manager, you will develop and implement business plans that allow the Company to achieve its financial and service goals. You will manage all resources to achieve desired results within the branch.In this role you will:Design and implement programs to maximize net profit and return on salesInitiate new and improve existing programs to support meeting or exceeding financial performance metricsMonitor customer service levels, and take action to improve service as neededMonitor inventory levels, and promote the sale of obsolete and overstocked materialOversee preparation of large branch budget, and monitor actual performance to ensure branch achieves objectivesManage a large number of employees and delegate effectively through key positionsMonitor activities to ensure compliance with government regulations and organizational policies and proceduresDevelop and maintain business relationships with current and potential customers and suppliersMonitor competitive conditions in the territory, and recommend changes as necessary to gain market share in new areasDevelop and implement strategic plans to ensure long-term market share and profitability growthWhat you bring to the table:Minimum 5 years experience in sales, operations, or finance requiredHigh School diploma or GED requiredKnowledge of wholesale distribution industry and supply chain management principlesKnowledge of the impact pricing decisions have on the profit and loss of the CompanyKnowledge of various suppliers and their respective product linesBusiness planning and market analysis skillsSAP and Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel skillsOral and written communication skillsNegotiation, conflict resolution and problem solving skillsLeadership skills and the ability to effectively supervise staff and achieve results through othersAbility to develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers to achieve short and long-term goals of the branchAbility to think strategically about business needsAbility to recruit for key positionsAbility to mediate customer complaints/disputesAbility to operate at both a tactical and strategic levelAbility to motivate and influence othersOrganizational and time management skillsSome travel required.Compensation Details: The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $95,000 annually, depending on experience. This position is also incentive eligible, based on specific and relevant business metrics.This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.The Value of Graybar:At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.Why should you join Graybar?At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.Apply now and find out what’s next for you.Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/DisabledNot the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!