Sales Center Manager

Here is what you will be doing as part of the team:
Objective
Looking for a Cool Job in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team representing the industry leader in HVAC equipment? The Sales Center Manager is responsible for managing sales and operations for one of our wholesale distributorships serving HVAC professionals. This position manages the Sales Center operations and accountable for sales, customer experience, productivity and profitability through effective team leadership.
About Us
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For over 75 years Acme Refrigeration has been a full-service wholesaler of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration products. Acme was founded as a family-owned business in 1945 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and steadily grew to 18 branch locations serving the state of Louisiana and extending into Mississippi. Today, Acme is an affiliate of Gemaire Distributors and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO). Watsco is the largest independent distributor of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, parts and supplies in the industry.
We provide our HVAC/R contractor community with quality products from well-known manufacturers including Rheem, Comfortmaker, Friedrich, Tecumseh, Scotsman, Honeywell, and many more.
As a member of our team you will enjoy:

• Exciting opportunities in a growing company with a national footprint
• Great work hours! First-shift, Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays
• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid life and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee referral and purchase programs, tuition reimbursement more!

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Job Requirements

• Represent Gemaire as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales and profitability.
• Monitor inventory stock levels and merchandising of showroom.
• Manage inventory to ensure minimal loss throughout the year.
• Recruit, hire, train and develop new associates in compliance with labor laws and company policy.
• Manage workforce including Warehouse, Shipping/Receiving, Delivery, Fleet Drivers, Showroom, Counter Sales and Sales personnel.
• Promote safety awareness ensuring associates are employing safe practices at all times.
• Effectively manage the branch P L.
• Holds self and others accountable for delivering exceptional customer experience while addressing customer needs and concerns in a timely manner.
• Analyze and measure business trends, while working with local sales personnel and regional leadership to develop strategies for increased store traffic.
• Conduct him/herself in a professional and courteous manner in all aspects of interaction with contractors, customers, vendors and employees.
• Coordinate Sales Center training and company/center events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

In addition to the above responsibilities, this individual is held accountable for all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required

• 2-4 years of operational experience with retail or wholesale industry.
• Proven leadership, coaching/mentoring and team oriented mindset along with effective delegation of duties.
• Demonstrated ability to grow sales in a retail environment.
• Experience analyzing and using customer, market or competitor data to make informed decisions.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors and employees.
• Experience leading a team of employees towards achieving company goals.
• Computer literacy with proficiency with MS office applications.
• Capable of working in a fast paced environment with ability to multi-task on different levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the HVAC industry with proficiency in air conditioning, heating and ventilation equipment at the distribution level.
• Experience working with contractors.
• Prior leadership roles with P L responsibility.
• Proven success in sales, operations, purchasing, and warehouse/inventory management.
• Mechanical or technical background.