Assistant Branch Manager

• Experience Level (for career site):
  Experienced Professional
• Contract Type: US – Full Time
• Job Family:
  Sales

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

We are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our Rexel team in Pasadena, TX!

Summary: The Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for supporting the mission and strategy of the branch. Responsible for daily operations of the branch and is the acting manager in the absence of the branch manager. Additional responsibilities include safety, compliance, personnel, facility, inventory, equipment, and overall business results.

• Work with the Branch Manager and branch personnel to drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize all aspects of branch performance
• Develop, train, and supervise associates
• Recognize personnel problems and take corrective actions as needed
• Deal effectively with daily customer service issues
• Establish and maintain a relationship with key customers
• Greet and assist call-in and walk-in customers with the selection and delivery of products and services
• Conduct/oversee inventory control procedures and warehouse housekeeping practices
• Implement branch security and safety standards by conducting facility and asset inspections and take corrective actions to support controls
• Participate in inventory control and advise Branch Manager of problems to ensure customer demand is met
• Maintain branch facility, warehouse, and office equipment
• Schedule branch staff to ensure daily coverage
• Assist Branch Manager with monitoring branch operating expenses and implement corrective actions
• Make deliveries to branches/customers as required
• May be required to perform other job functions within a branch when required including but not limited to counter sales, preparing and filling orders and/or receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material, and maintaining branch equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years of related experience
• Previous sales, operations, electrical distribution, or similar B2B industry experience preferred
• Leadership experience preferred
• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred
• If required to make deliveries:
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record
• Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire
• Must not have had a suspended driver's license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years
• High School or GED
  - Required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
  - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and experience in inventory control and warehouse operations
• Ability to manage P&Ls preferred
• Sales and service oriented, self-motivated, dependable, possess excellent leadership and customer service skills
• Excellent written, verbal,…