Branch Manager

Blake Equipment is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States, specializing in water equipment components for the residential, commercial, and irrigation systems installed by our customer, the professional contractor. (no homeowners). We are known in our local markets as having quality service, long term quality people, and only representing the top manufacturers in the industry. Headwater Companies is a Division of Franklin Electric, a publicly-traded company on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol FELE.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Direct all warehouse and sales activities within the Branch; purchasing and distribution as dictated by company policy while meeting market demands and deploying tactics to overcome competitors’ initiatives. Planning and executing on sales and expense budgets. Establishing and maintaining the distribution of all products while also developing sales and maximizing profits of the Branch territory. Ensure that all employees adhere to company practices and policies and function within the rules and regulations of government agencies and regulatory bodies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise all positions within the branch to ensure that assigned tasks are accomplished and that all policies and procedures are adhered to
• Provide products and services, based on customer needs, through inside and outside sales functions
• Determine staff requirements; execute through interviewing, hiring and training of new employees
• Supports sales representatives utilizing company policy, product knowledge, procedures, and future opportunities
• Implement product marketing strategies and sales promotions
• Manage key accounts and visit monthly
• Work with the Branch sales team in developing and maintaining an active prospect list
• Maintain inventory control and cycle counts; working closely with the Purchasing Department and adhering to the guidelines set by the company
• Direct and oversee purchasing of inventory
• Supervise warranty claims processing to vendors monthly
• Develop new markets and customers
• Manage Branch Accounts Receivable
• Work with vendors on pricing based on territory trends
• Serve as floater for all positions within the Branch to accommodate scheduling needs
• Develops and continually assesses the annual branch sales and expense budgets
• Development and maintenance of monthly reports to include but not limited to; sales vs. forecast, competitive information within Branch territory, personnel challenges/successes, trend changes of competitors, customers, vendors and territory
• Represents the company at local meetings and trade shows
• Performs other related duties as needed
• Salary commensurate on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Business development: 2 years (Preferred)
• Management: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person