Branch Manager: Launch & Lead Tidewater Market

Shepherd Electric Company; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply seeks a Branch Manager to build and lead a new Tidewater market in southern Virginia. You will open accounts, hire and develop the initial team, set up systems, and drive sales while owning the P&L in a startup operation.

This hands‑on, player/coach role requires strong customer relationships, field leadership, and relentless prospecting. Onsite work, with competitive pay of $100,000 annually plus commission, and a growth path.

Qualifications

• Open, launch, or build a branch/territory is a strong plus.
• Electrical product knowledge is a plus; willingness to learn is required.
• 3–5 years of management experience in distribution/wholesale preferred.
• Proven sales track record: building relationships, growing accounts, closing business.
• Strong verbal and written communication; comfortable with difficult conversations.
• Onsite presence required; not a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front to open and build the Tidewater branch.
• Hire, develop, and coach the initial Tidewater team on floor and field.
• Set expectations, provide real‑time feedback, and manage performance.
• Establish relationships with customers and build a personal book of accounts.
• Own branch operations, inventory, purchasing, and daily workflow; manage P&L.

Skills

Leadership

Sales

Communication

Team building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Distribution software

Job description

Shepherd Electric Supply seeks a Branch Manager to build and lead a new Tidewater market in southern Virginia. You will open accounts, hire and develop the initial team, set up systems, and drive sales while owning the P&L in a startup operation.

This hands‑on, player/coach role requires strong customer relationships, field leadership, and relentless prospecting. Onsite work, with competitive pay of $100,000 annually plus commission, and a growth path.