Branch Manager Trainee

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Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which 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. 

 

If you're passionate about problem-solving and relationship building, join our team and unlock a world of digital tools, customer integration services, and top-tier products to exceed customer expectations. Benefit from our strong partnerships with leading suppliers to secure and retain new customers.

 

Don't miss the chance to apply for the  Branch Manager Trainee at  Rexel USA today!

The position of Branch Manager Trainee will be based out of Portsmouth, NH!

Summary
The Branch Manager Trainee in conjunction with existing Branch Management is responsible for the profitable and safe functioning of the branch. Learns and reviews all aspects of branch operations, interprets corporate goals, prepares, and executes annual budgets, and plans and implements sales and operational initiatives to achieve profitable business growth. Responsibilities include but are not limited to safety, personnel, facility, inventory, equipment, and the overall business results.

 

What You’ll Do

• Work with the Branch Management and branch personnel to drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize all aspects of branch performance 
• Provide leadership, motivation, direction, and training to branch personnel. Recognizes personnel problems, and takes corrective actions as needed
• Ensures branch personnel have the tools necessary to achieve highest levels of sales potential
• Learn how to effectively manage the branch Profit and Loss (P&L) to meet or exceed total sales, GE sales, net income, and asset management targets, and expense budgets
• Implement branch security and safety standards by conducting facility and asset inspections and takes corrective actions to support controls 
• Remain knowledgeable and current about markets served, customers, vendors, and competitors
• Maintain and develop positive relationships with existing and prospective customers and vendors, demonstrates excellent customer service and sets an example for other staff
• Conduct/oversee inventory control procedures and ensures appropriate inventory levels are maintained
• May fill in for other branch and warehouse roles and makes deliveries as needed
• 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, demonstrated 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 or GED    
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree preferred    
• 2+ years of related experience 
• 1+ years of leadership experience 
• Experience developing and implementing sales strategies 
• Sales and operations experience in electrical distribution or similar B2B industry required 
• Experience in building and managing teams 
• Experience managing P&Ls preferred 
• Valid Driver’s License

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully per