Branch Area Manager

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you'll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You'll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you'd like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of making an impact in a large evolving and successful global organization.

What's in it for you?

• Regular business hours Monday to Friday
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the "Core" package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Safety shoe reimbursement

What you will do:

• Provide effective day-to-day management of the operations in assigned area in people management, customer service, branch sales, risk management and protection of assets
• Drive corporate, business and marketing strategies to facilitate growth in area
• Monitor controllable expenses and initiate corrective actions as necessary
• Liaise between support functions and branches to facilitate an efficient flow of information in both directions
• Ensuring operational and store security is maintained
• Responsible for the coaching, developing and encouraging excellence from a diverse team
• Establish and maintain positive customer relationships
• Manage labour and branch operating budget
• Monitor each branch in the regions performance and implement plans to address inefficiencies
• Manage operational issues as required.

What will you bring:

• Post-Secondary education in Business Administration or a related discipline or a minimum of 7-10 years of related experience, including (1) years in a leadership capacity
• Experience with business development in a primarily B2B (business to business) industry
• Strong leadership and people management skills through supervising, providing feedback and mentoring or skills development
• Ability to think strategically and fully understand the long-range implications and consequences of business decisions
• Demonstrate ability to understand and link complex operational and financial issues
• Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Consistently meeting deadlines within a fast-paced work environment and works effectively within time constraints
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized in prioritizing work and multi-tasking

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.