Branch Manager - Graybar Canada

Graybar Canada is looking for people with a desire to start a long-lasting career at one of the oldest and largest wholesale electrical distributors in Canada.

Graybar Canada – a division of Graybar Electric US – is a leader in the distribution of high quality electrical, automation and telecommunications products that supports these operations through related supply chain management and logistics services. We are also a Fortune 500 company.

Graybar operates more than 250 distribution facilities throughout North America, with over 30 branches across Canada alone. As one of the world’s largest employee-owned companies, Graybar Canada has the power and stability of a big corporation and the integrity and drive of a neighborhood business.

Graybar Canada has an exciting career opportunity available.  We are currently seeking a Branch Manager to join our Langley, BC.

Graybar Canada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• TELUS Health Virtual Care
• Cost shared Health and Dental Benefits                
• Life & AD&D Insurance                     
• Employee Profit Sharing Program
• Long Term Disability Benefits
• Group RRSP Matching
• Corporate Fitness Membership Program
• Employee Share Purchase Program
• Computer Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Service Awards Program

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for achieving sales growth and profitability of the Branch.
• Develop new and maintain existing customer relationships.
• Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturer partners to ensure we are positioned as a strong channel in the Region.
• Ensure that all reasonable client requests are met diligently.
• Prepare appropriate annual, monthly and weekly plans. Set reasonable goals with deadlines for completion and monitor results.
• Responsible for all financial aspects within the branch (costs/expenditures, accounts receivable, credit risks, etc.).
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manage and train Branch employees to the Graybar Canada standards.
• Determine merchandise and services.
• Implement price policies.
• Manage inventory control.
• Set an example by following all company procedures and policies.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of five years (preferred) relevant sales experience.  Candidates with an undergraduate degree in business administration or equivalent may be given preference.
• Ability to prioritize work and ability to be flexible.
• To perform the job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Sx Enterprise and proven proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Possess the ability to read, understand and prepare a budget.  Ability to read and understand basic financial statements and reports.
• The ability to delegate, set expectations and monitor progress of all direct reports.
• Motivate, inspire, provide and accept feedback to and from employees.
• The prioritization skills necessary to use time effectively and set action plans to achieve business targets.
• The individual takes responsibility for subordinates' activities, makes self available to staff, provides regular performance feedback, develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.
• Possess strong relationship building skills to cultivate and develop customer loyalty.
• Practice excellent spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.