Gerrie Electric, one of Ontario’s largest independent electrical distributors has an opening for a motivated individual to join our growing team.
Branch Supervisor -Cambridge area
This position is primarily responsible for supervising and solving problems at the branch level. Assist with Purchasing, maintaining inventory levels, order desk and counter. The role also involves instructing and advising staff as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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SUPERVISE
-deal with customer questions and concerns in a timely fashion -deal with employee questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner -ensure all Gerrie documented procedures are adhered to -inform Manager of any problems immediately -handle all aspects of the branch as required when the manager is absent |
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PURCHASING
-prepare and issue purchase orders -provide feedback on market conditions -review and ensure backorders are filled -transfer material from other branches as required -deal with vendors in a professional manner
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INVENTORY CONTROL
-review count variances and either investigate or approve an investigation as determined by the Branch Manager, review insight levels and provide feedback to Branch Manager and Central Purchasing Manager -review stock regularly for damage and obsolescence -review branch defective stock, watching for repetitive trends, and control the Head Office defective returns
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SALES -provide price, stock and delivery information as required -handle customer orders as required -treat customers in a professional manner, with a positive attitude, and provide good customer service -expedite orders when necessary so as to maintain a high level of Customer Service -ensure staff adhere to the Gerrie commitment of “Quality Service” -provide technical and process assistance to all order desk and counter staff assigned to their branch -ensure company specials are promoted by the order desk and counter and fully displayed -ensure Counter displays are neat, organized and current -assist Manager with the preparation annual planning and budgeting
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OUTSIDE SALES -call on assigned accounts -explore avenues where the potential to increase sales exists -inform customers of specials and promotions
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QUALITY -in the absence of a Manager, will be the Quality Representative for the branch -ensure the criteria in the “Branch Inspection Report” are adhered to and follow up when not in compliance -ensure charting is complete and accurate
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VENDOR -deal with vendors in a professional manner -promote the company in positive manner -do not play one vendor off against the other -maintain scheduled appointments and see vendors at the scheduled appointment time -maintain and develop strong vendor relationships
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GENERAL -assist/ensure the overall smooth operation of all functions within the branch -ensure all credits are entered in a prompt manner and are initialed -ensure daily deposits are made and cash submittal form is initialed -ensure the timely completion of any/all extra tasks as assigned by Branch Manager or the Executive -enter, maintain, control and review contracts and special pricing agreements -prepare, organize and control projects/quotations and direct shipments -prepare staff time sheets or cards in the absence of the manager -maintain confidentiality of information
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EDUCATION REQUIRED
Post secondary education in electrical/business
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
5+ years experience in the electrical distribution industry
At Gerrie Electric, we offer a culture of inspiration and challenge, a full benefits package, and continual training.
If you consider yourself to be a motivated team player and meet the requirements for this role, please visit us at www.gerrie.com to apply. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.
Gerrie is proud to be a Best Managed Platinum Standard Winner