Assistant Branch Manager

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Rexel USA includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer.

 

A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn, and a fun, inclusive culture. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is valued, treated with dignity and respect, and empowered to do their best work. 

 

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If you're driven by collaboration and delivering quality work, join  Gexpro as a  Assistant Branch Manager!

The position of Assistant Manager will be based out of our Augusta, GA Location!

Summary

The Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for supporting the mission and strategy of the branch.  Responsible for the daily operations of the branch and is the acting manager in the absence of the branch manager. Additional responsibilities include safety, compliance, personnel, facility, inventory, equipment, and overall business results.  

 

What You'll Do

• Work with the Branch Manager and branch personnel to drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize all aspects of branch performance 
• Develop, train, and supervise associates
• Recognize personnel problems and takes corrective actions as needed
• Deal effectively with daily customer service issues 
• Establish and maintain a relationship with key customers
• Greet and assist call-in and walk-in customers with the selection and delivery of products and services  
• Conduct/oversee inventory control procedures and warehouse housekeeping practices 
• Implement branch security and safety standards by conducting facility and asset inspections and takes corrective actions to support controls 
• Participate in inventory control and advise Branch Manager of problems to ensure customer demand is met  
• Maintain branch facility, warehouse, and office equipment
• Schedule branch staff to ensure daily coverage
• Assist Branch Manager with monitoring branch operating expenses and implements corrective actions
• May fill in for other branch and warehouse roles and makes deliveries as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

 

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.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED required 
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred 
• Valid Driver’s License
• 2+ years of related experience
• Previous sales, operations, electrical distribution, or similar B2B industry experience preferred
• Leadership experience preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and experience in inventory control and warehouse operations
• Ability to manage P&Ls preferred 
• Sales and service oriented, self-motivated, dependable, possess excellent leadership and customer service skills
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP system such as Solar Eclipse
• Ability to develop and coach a team

 

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
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