Branch Manager- Knoxville TN

Transtar Industries Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NexaMotion Group/ Transtar Industries, LLC is seeking a Branch Manager to lead sales growth, manage P&L, and oversee warehouse operations for the Knoxville area. The role reports to Regional Manager and focuses on driving top-line revenue while optimizing costs through disciplined execution.

You will coach the sales team, monitor pricing, develop customer strategies, and partner with regional teams on marketing initiatives to strengthen local market presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline required or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with JD Edwards preferred.
• Automotive aftermarket leadership experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Achieve branch sales and profitability plan.
• Develop and execute sales management platform for sales team; lead, coach, and develop branch sales representatives.
• Monitor sales, pricing, and profitability; implement action plans to meet variances.
• Identify and qualify customer leads; support sales development for new customers.
• Review branch P&L to ensure cost structure and profit optimization.
• Monitor market trends and customer needs; adjust sales programs accordingly.
• Maintain relationships with key local customers.
• Meet goals for product lines; implement strategies to achieve plans.
• Participate in branch sales programs and national marketing initiatives.
• Participate in budgeting; set plans with regional management.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

People management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like – and how will those vehicles be repaired? How can the next chapter of your career contribute to solving these transportation challenges and more? NexaMotion Group (NMG) is on a mission to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving. We are a leading automotive parts distributor represented across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and through patent-winning software and technology, we are revolutionizing our industry. What has remained constant throughout our 50-year history of transformation is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which NMG was founded: Commitment, Humility, Optimism, Integrity, and Respect. A career with NMG offers the opportunity to make an impact within a rapidly growing organization – the chance to learn, lead, collaborate, and connect with other solutions-oriented, forward-thinking professionals. We invest meaningfully in training and development, empowering you to build your future alongside ours and shape a career unique to your talents, interest, and purpose.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Branch Manager will report to directly to the Regional Manager and will support the direct sales and P&L accountability for the branch. In addition to the growth of top line revenue and profit, the Branch Manager's responsibilities will include these areas: warehouse operations, coordinating delivery / logistics, inventory management, office support management to include deposits, credit spreads, COD, sales and marketing analyses.

• Achieve branch sales and profitability plan.
• Develop and execute sales management platform for sales team. Lead, coach, and develop branch sales representatives to achieve personal and branch assigned sales plans.
• Monitor sales, pricing, and profitability levels to ensure customer performance is optimized; develop and implement action plans to correct variances to plan.
• Identify and qualify customer leads and assist in sales development process for new customers.
• Conduct in-depth review of branch P&L to ensure cost structure and profit optimization.
• Monitor competitive trends, customer needs and develop the appropriate strategy for potential changes in sales programs / customer approach.
• Maintain an ongoing, effective relationship with key customers within the local market.
• Achieve goals for key product lines and develop / implement effective strategies to achieve plans.
• Implement sales and operations best practices at assigned branch.
• Participate in the establishment and execution of branch sales programs and support/participate in national marketing / sales initiatives.
• Participate in annual budgeting process. In conjunction with Regional Management, establish specific sales, operating plans and strategic actions for branch location and sales representatives.
• Oversee cash management process between the Branch and the Regional Credit department; work with Regional Credit Manager to address local customer credit/collection issues.
• In conjunction with Regional Manager, review location to ensure current facility is optimized with respect to customer service and delivery reach.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Prior sales management and operations experience preferred.
• Strategic thinking skills with strong business analytical skill sets.
• Excellent communication and people management skills, especially in regard to training and employee development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Demonstrated superlative leadership qualities with the ability to train and develop team members.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while setting priorities, managing diversity of job responsibilities with effective organizational skills, and working within deadlines.
• Track record of successful P&L performance and a keen understanding of what drives profitability preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in a business-related discipline preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Experience using JD Edwards preferred.
• Automotive aftermarket leadership experience a plus.

NexaMotion Group/ Transtar Industries, LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of various automotive components. We have the best-in-class torque converters, transmissions, tools, equipment, additives and sealants. Transtar is a one-stop shop for automotive shop supplies, parts, and accessories.

We offer an excellent opportunity for not only a job, but a career with growth potential. At Transtar, we seek applicants who roll up their sleeves, enjoy hard work, thrive in a team environment, and who embody our core values of Safety, Honesty, Action, Relationship, and Product.