District Director

Cook & Boardman Group; Maine; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook & Boardman Group seeks a District Director to oversee the performance of 4–5 branch locations in the Northeast. This role will ensure efficient operations, monitor sales activities, and manage the branch-level P&L.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have 5-7 years of experience in distribution management, especially in commercial doors and hardware. Leadership skills and relationship-building abilities are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in distribution or building materials environment required.
• Experience managing a branch preferred.
• 5+ years of direct management experience required.
• Prior experience interacting with contractors and industry professionals required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall performance across multiple branch locations.
• Lead and develop branch managers and local leadership teams.
• Maintain sales activity and profitability within the branches.
• Support execution of sales efforts through operational readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business Development

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Essential Functions

The District Direct will oversee, direct and manage facets of business within the branch offices. Monitors sales activity to ensure profitability within the Branches as is associated with CBX Solutions as a company; and establishes operational goals while staying abreast of changing needs within the organization and Branches.

This position can be located anywhere in the Northeast (CT, VT, NY, ME, MA, NH). This role will manage locations throughout the NE and frequently travel.

Branch Operations & Performance Management

• Oversee overall performance across 4–5 CBX Solutions branch locations
• Ensure branches are operating efficiently and meeting performance expectations
• Maintain visibility into sales activity, production, and day-to-day execution
• Own branch-level P&L performance across assigned locations
• Review of financial reports, including revenue, expenses, labor, and margins
• Monitor key metrics and identify trends impacting profitability
• Manage and control costs, including labor and operational expenses
• Ensure adherence to approved budgets and financial targets
• Address variances and implement corrective actions as needed

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and support branch managers and local leadership teams
• Set clear expectations and reinforce accountability for results
• Coach and develop leadership talent across locations
• Support hiring and team development efforts

Operational Coordination Across Branch Functions

• Oversee coordination across core functions, including:
• Operations
• Project Management
• Shops and Production
• Detailing
• Ensure teams are aligned to support execution and delivery timelines
• Identify and address breakdowns in workflow or coordination

Customer & Contractor Support

• Support branch teams in maintaining strong customer relationships
• Assist with resolving escalated issues impacting projects or service
• Partner with commercial contractors to support project execution

Revenue Execution & Business Support

• Ensure branches are positioned to fulfill incoming business
• Support execution of sales efforts through operational readiness
• Identify gaps in execution that may impact revenue delivery

Business Reporting & Leadership Alignment

• Provide updates and insights to senior leadership
• Ensure branch activity aligns with company priorities and goals
• Maintain awareness of market conditions impacting branch performance

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
• 5–7 years in distribution or building materials environment
• Experience with commercial doors, frames, hardware and/or integrated security preferred
• Prior branch management experience preferred
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Experience working with contractors and industry professionals

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent industry experience
• 5-7 years of experience in distribution management or related type of building/construction materials required
• Experience in commercial doors, frames, hardware preferred
• Experience managing a branch preferred
• 5+ years of direct management experience required
• Prior experience interacting with contractors and industry professionals required
• Intermediate to advanced level of experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, decision making and communication skills
• Ability to motivate others
• Business development and strategy implementation knowledge
• Ability to sell, manage and drive growth
• Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels, internal and/or external to the organization

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CBX Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.