Branch Manager, Electrical/CommData Market Job in Fargo, North Dakota US

Branch Manager, Electrical/CommData Market

Job Title: Branch Manager, Electrical/CommData Market Description: BRANCH MANAGER, Electrical and CommData Market THE OPPORTUNITY Graybar is looking for talented, enthusiastic people to help us maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction in every area of our business. We are a Company that recognizes talent and provides the opportunity for training and development for your career growth. THE COMPANY Graybar is a leader in the distribution of electrical, telecommunications, and networking products and an expert provider of related supply chain management and logistics services. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in North America, Graybar offers exciting career opportunities and an environment energized by a history of teamwork, innovation and continuous success. This is your chance to join a Fortune 500 company with a 140-year history of entrepreneurial innovation and a philosophy of "promote from within." Join our team and let Graybar work to YOUR advantage! THE REQUIREMENTS * Achieve net profit and service goals of assigned branches. * Achieve net profit, sales, gross margins, operating ratio and service objectives for assigned accounts, markets and territories. * Develop and maintain business relationships with customers and prospective customers in the territory. * Direct and provide quality sales support to customers by meeting customer service expectations. * Keep the Director Electrical Sales, the Director CommData Sales and District Vice President informed of the competitive conditions in the territory. * Recommend Sales Representatives annual sales, gross profit, and expense budgets, and supervise the sales organization to attain or exceed budgets. * Communicate, maintain, and recommend CPAs within Company guidelines. * Perform other duties as assigned. SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Education: College degree or equivalent Sales or Operations experience. Experience: Five or more years progressively responsible sales or operating experience. Previous Account Representative experience preferred. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of sales processes for the various markets served. Thorough knowledge of how to achieve through others the financial goals of the Branch. Thorough knowledge of Graybar Sales, Operations, and Financial processes. Ability to maintain and develop relationships with customers to achieve branch short and long term goals. Thorough knowledge of Graybar products. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to all levels of customers, suppliers and Graybar personnel. Good negotiation skills. Ability to regularly apply the principles of supply chain management. Working knowledge of Graybar computer systems. Good organizational skills. NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; Some overtime required (Note: The normal work schedule may vary depending on location.) BENEFITS At Graybar, our advantages and benefits revolve around our motto of "Plan Well, Invest Well, Live Well". Our advantages help you plan well for the future by offering flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and life insurance and disability benefits. Employees can invest well with retirement saving tools such as a profit sharing plan, a defined benefit pension plan, a 401(k) plan and an employee stock purchase plan. Graybar's benefits package helps you live well with a comprehensive health care package including medical, dental, prescription drug and vision plans. We also offer paid vacation time and holidays. As an employee-owner, you'll be proud to call Graybar YOUR company! Graybar is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other lawfully protected status. Minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Details Job ID: 3097 Location: ND - FARGO Type: Full Time