Manager Area Operations & Safety

Rexel France; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Match

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Rexel USA in Madison, WI is seeking an Area Operations & Safety Manager to oversee daily operations for multiple branches within a defined region. You will manage logistics, budgets, safety programs, and P&L, while aligning branch activities with company strategy.

Collaborate with branch managers to set budgets, streamline processes, enforce policies, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to balance cost control with service

Qualifications

• 4+ years of operational experience.
• High School or GED is required.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Experience overseeing multiple branches is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operational activities for multiple branch locations within a defined area.
• Work with branch managers to establish the budget for general operations and office activities and strive to maintain costs within that budget.
• Develop and recommend short and long-term objectives for branch operations and administration.
• Implement company procedures and review performance reports for accuracy.
• Organize, oversee, and participate in year-end inventory.

Skills

Operational experience

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description

We are looking for an Area Operations & Safety Manager to join our Rexel team located in Madison, WI!

Summary:
The Manager Area Operations & Safety is responsible for overseeing the operations of more than one branch within a defined geographic area. This includes daily branch activity, logistics, safety, profit and loss (P&L) management, resource management, process adherence, and identifying improvement opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operational activities for multiple branch locations within a defined area
• Work with branch managers to establish the budget for the general operations and office activities and strives to maintain costs within that budget
• Develop and recommend specific short and long term objectives for the branch operations and office administration
• Implement business strategies set forth by senior management as well as reviews and implements company and department procedures
• Review and audit various reports and information such as direct billing edit report, customer credits, customer invoices, and vendor credit listings to ensure accuracy and to verify that appropriate actions are being taken
• Authorize all credits issued to customers including assigning reason codes and deciding if returned goods should be added to inventory, answers questions regarding orders placed through electronic data interchange and investigates and resolves pricing problems and discrepancies as well as processes customer invoices that are exceptions to routine invoicing procedures
• Communicate with the appropriate buyer, when necessary, to resolve issues regarding past due credit
• Oversee facilities maintenance including communicating with landlords when necessary. Ensure maintenance of office equipment such as copying, fax and telephone equipment as well as purchases and maintains inventory of office supplies
• Participate in various committees and task forces and participates in improving the business by offering potential alternatives to existing methods
• Organize, oversee, and participates in the year-end inventory
• Other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• 4+ years of operational experience
• High School or GED - Required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical distribution industry, current market, customers, suppliers and competitors
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Organization and time management skills, detail oriented, able to prioritize in a multi-tasking environment and ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Constantly – at least 51%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Constantly – at least 51%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Up to 25 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations - Frequently – 21% to 50%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

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