Branch Manager (Sales)

Richmond, VA | Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

The Branch Manager directs all distribution and marketing operations for the branch and handles account responsibilities for customers assigned to that branch by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Coordinates distribution, warehousing, and sales in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by Colonial Electric.

Confers with customers and representatives of associated industries to evaluate and promote improved and expanded services in area.

Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.

Assesses the competency level for each employee and assigns or conducts training to assure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Reviews production costs and product/service quality, and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of the branch.

Directs preparation of accounting records.

Recommends budgets to management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages one subordinate supervisor who supervises a total of six or more employees in the branch operations.

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.

Directly supervises non-supervisory employees.

Carries 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.

Who is Colonial Electric?

We are Colonial Electric Supply, the #1 supplier of commercial electrical and lighting components in the tri-state area. That means we keep the lights on, the electricity flowing, and the factories bright and humming.

Our Team - At 500 strong and growing, our team is the fastest and smartest in the lighting and electrical supply business, with the most contracts because we love to win! If you’ve read this far, we’re betting you like to win too.

A Delightfully Simple Work Culture - You’ll enjoy Colonial Electric because our workspaces and people form a family culture—very different from the corporate world. We are always looking to promote from within and due to our dedicated training team, many have been promoted within the first year!

Work-Life Balance: We are privately-owned and led by men and women of strong character. That means we value the health and happiness of the people who work with us. We’ve made work-life balance a point of pride for 90 years. Back in 1925, we called it “respect.” Everyone who joins Colonial Electric is a respected member of our team.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or 2+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Check Out Our Benefits

Medical Insurance - Choose between a traditional PPO and flexible health plan with a tax-free health savings account

Comprehensive and affordable coverage

Preventative care covered at 100%

Access to the Blue Cross Blue Shield national network

Dental Benefits - Affordable coverage with annual exams, cleanings and xrays covered at 100% and rollover benefits.

Vision Benefits - Get yearly eye examinations and buy new lenses, frames, and contacts. Or skip the glasses and enjoy special discounts on LASIK procedures! You’ll have access to 70,000 provider locations across the U.S., including well-known retailers like Walmart and America’s Best Glasses.

401(k) for Comfortable Retirement - Colonial Electric matches 25% of your contributions up to 6% of your annual earnings..

Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance At Zero Cost - Colonial Electric offers all full-time employees life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (AD&D) at zero cost to you.

Paid Time Off - Including vacation, personal time, paid holidays and more.

Colonial Paid Parental Leave - CPPL offers parents company paid time off to care for the birth or adoption of a child.

Colonial offers many additional benefits for employees and their families! Feel free to inquire about our complete benefits guide during the interview process.