HVAC Sales Center Leader: Operations & Growth

bakerdistributing; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Distributing is seeking a Sales Center Manager to lead daily operations at a wholesale HVAC distributorship. You’ll drive sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction while managing a diverse team of professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include inventory control, merchandising, staff recruitment and training, and coordination of training events. Strong leadership and HVAC experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred; equivalent professional experience may substitute.
• Demonstrated experience with HVAC equipment in a wholesale distribution setting.
• Background in sales, operations, purchasing, or inventory management preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Represent Baker as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales and profitability.
• Determine and monitor inventory stock levels and merchandising of sales showroom.
• Manage inventory to ensure proper turns and minimum loss.
• Keep abreast of technical developments and changes in product lines; discuss responses with Regional Manager.
• Responsible for Center’s P&L.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, and leading a diversified workforce.
• Train and manage a workforce including Warehouse, Receiving/Shipping, Delivery, Fleet Drivers, Showroom, Warranty, Counter Sales and Inside Sales personnel.
• Interact with customers, outside salespeople, and vendors.
• Conduct professionally and courteously in interactions with contractors, customers, and employees.
• Coordinate Center training and Company/Center events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent customer service

Communication (written & verbal)

Analytical aptitude

Problem solving

Independent & team work

English communication for safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED; equivalent experience may be considered

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred; experience may substitute

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Baker Distributing is seeking a Sales Center Manager to lead daily operations at a wholesale HVAC distributorship. You’ll drive sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction while managing a diverse team of professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include inventory control, merchandising, staff recruitment and training, and coordination of training events. Strong leadership and HVAC experience are essential for success.