Position Title:  Branch Manager

Please indicate Reference Number (ATL-017) in subject line of email submissions or on cover page if faxed.

Position Objective: Administer the day-to-day operations of the branch, including but not limited to customer service, sales, inventory control, security and employee management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all day-to-day aspects relative to customer service, inventory control, facility maintenance and security; distribution of goods; optimization of branch profitability
• Supervise a cross functional team through the following responsibilities: recruitment, training/ development, coaching/counselling and delivering Performance Excellence program
• Contribute to the preparation/execution of annual operating plan including sales, gross margins, expenses and earnings
• Monitor and control of inventory; safeguarding of same
• Maintenance of positive customer relationships including customer calls as necessary

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• A minimum of five years progressive experience in a branch network and distribution centre operation or equivalent combination of relevant education and operations experience 
• A well-rounded knowledge of industrial business
• Knowledge of merchandising and inventory management within a systems environment
• An entrepreneurial attitude, demonstrated through the ability to take ownership of a business and make it grow
• Proven supervisory, leadership and team-building skills
• Demonstrated relationship-building and communication skills developed through prior work experience in a sales and customer service role
• Ability to understand and use financial reports to effectively manage the business
• Possession of a valid driver's licence
• Knowledge of the local market would be an asset

Submission Information: Email: careers@agi.ca Fax: (905) 707-4651

Acklands - Grainger Inc. ensures equality in the recruitment and selection process by making employment decisions based on qualifications, relevant experience, knowledge and capability, demonstrated skills and accomplishments.