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Sonepar

Global B2B distributor of electrical equipment

Branch Manager

Business & StrategyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHattiesburg, MS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of a two-year associate degree or equivalent from a college or technical school is required; a four-year college degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of four years of industry-related experience in areas such as product, sales, purchasing, project work, or operations is required.
  • A valid driver's license and acceptable driving history and insurance coverage are required.
  • Knowledge of electrical products and applications is required.
  • Skill in selling products and services, negotiating sales, and establishing pricing and terms is required.
  • Ability to communicate information effectively and present ideas and solutions to customers is required.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic with units of measure, whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to calculate discounts, percentages, and commissions is required.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills are required.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks are required.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive business information in an honest and ethical manner is required.
  • Knowledge of and a positive attitude toward workplace safety are required.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the branch's sales activities and sales team.
  • Develop and maintain customer relationships by providing service consistent with the company's customer-service expectations.
  • Oversee decisions and resolution of customer complaints, ensuring proper handling, timely solutions, and positive customer experiences.
  • Follow company credit and return policies.
  • Promote and support company-wide product promotions by displaying or demonstrating products and communicating their uses and saleable features to customers.
  • Work with vendors, manufacturers, and coworkers to build a team approach and promote a positive work environment.
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with vendors and other business partners.
  • Interview and hire employees for open or new positions in accordance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
  • Evaluate employee performance and compensation in accordance with company procedures.
  • Enforce company policies, identify personnel problems, take corrective action, and apply appropriate employee counseling and discipline, including termination when necessary.
  • Represent the company's business interests positively and professionally and conduct business transactions and communications fairly and ethically.
  • Comply with company policies and support corporate department procedures, including Credit, Pricing, Accounting, Operations, and Human Resources.
  • Assign or delegate duties needed to operate the branch and facility smoothly and efficiently, with minimal overtime.
  • Be responsible for staff productivity, quality of work, and morale.
  • Use internal email and other communication systems daily to stay current on job knowledge and changes in company policies or practices, and to ensure timely delivery of company communications.
  • Set a positive example for employees and peers.
  • Maintain the building interior and exterior, vehicles, and equipment in clean, neat, and proper working condition.
  • Create and maintain a safe working environment and comply with company and legal safety rules and regulations.
  • Safeguard branch assets, including inventory, fixed assets, equipment, and cash.
  • Create an annual branch budget, including sales, gross profit, inventory, and overhead goals.
  • Operate the branch within its budget forecast, meet or exceed profitability goals, reach inventory-turn goals, and control overhead expenses.
  • Develop and execute a sales plan to increase market share, grow sales, and increase gross margins.

Desired Qualifications

  • A four-year college degree is preferred.
  • Previous management or supervisory experience is preferred.

About the Company

Sonepar

Global B2B distributor of electrical equipment

Sonepar operates as an independent, family-owned global distributor of electrical equipment, solutions, and services for business customers. It runs an omnichannel network across 40 countries, with a dense network of brands and 45,000 associates delivering products to the building, industry, and energy markets. Customers access a mix of physical locations, online channels, and support services to source electrical products and sustainable solutions, backed by logistics and expert help. Compared with competitors, Sonepar holds its status as a leading B-to-B distributor through its large-scale global reach, many brands, and a clear transformation to simplify customer purchases via an omnichannel experience while focusing on sustainability. Its goal is to accelerate the world’s electrification and Power Progress for Future Generations through reliable supply, tailored solutions, and responsible operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1969

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