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As a Manager - Branch Operations, you will direct all customer service, administrative, and logistics activities to achieve excellent customer service and branch profitability through the full implementation of our service system, performance management, training, and administrative review. You will manage a complex organization involving multiple facilities in the same market to support sales in excess of $90,000,000.

In this role you will:

Provide direction to all front-line customer service, administrative, warehousing, and transportation functions through applicable managers/supervisors to maintain established service standardsReview department activities to verify timelines and accuracyEstablish performance expectations for all managers/supervisors and for any direct reports and manage performance through coaching, counseling, goal setting, feedback, and performance appraisal processServe as member of Branch Steering Committee to facilitate resolution of service/rework issues and to ensure the Company is meeting strategic marketing objectivesCommunicate with Sales Managers to identify customer service requirements; host branch tours when appropriateInvolved in resolving local service failures and responsible for taking necessary action to prevent recurrences, through the established nonconformance procedureAssist in expense optimization and control; provide administrative approvals as required by the CompanyOversee branch inventory and cycle countsEnsure proper staffing to provide excellent service; participate in new hire orientation; set branch schedules and procedures; monitor safety and associated programs; ensure compliance with Company safety and health procedures and coordinate/implement succession planning for branchMaintain adequate branch security

What you bring to the table:

Minimum 5 years experience required: Most senior level management position at branch level for individual with numerous years of operations experience; prior branch supervisory experience with a strong background in customer service4 year degree preferredKnowledge of wholesale distribution industry and supply chain management principlesKnowledge of continuous improvement processesKnowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office SuiteOral and written communication skillsSupervisory and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence othersProblem solving and conflict resolution skillsOrganizational and time management skillsAbility to effectively train and instruct in both group setting and one-on-oneAbility to develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers to achieve short and long term goals of branchAbility to effectively present Company services and quality standards to customersAbility to handle customer complaints and mediate customer disputes

Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is $130,000 - $140,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

 

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.
 

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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