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PEI-Genesis

Branch Manager

PEI-Genesis, Salem, New Hampshire, us, 03079


*COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYMENT*

*Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled*

SUMMARY:The Branch Manager (“BM”) is responsible for the gross profit and operating performance of the sales office. The BM is directly responsible for hiring, training, developing and directing the Sales and Marketing Representatives (“SMR”) and Territory Development Representatives (“TDR”) for the branch. The BM must work collaboratively with the Regional Sales Manager, and Regional Sales Engineer for the branch and territory, respectively, to increase sales within key accounts, to increase supplier diversity, and to achieve or exceed the sales budget. This person must have a strong business acumen that will enable him or her to prioritize business effectively, and, in turn, make calculated decisions that will improve the overall profitability and performance of the branch. Overall, the BM must be able to develop, lead and manage his or her team, play a key role in capitalizing on business development opportunities, and execute the sales strategy set in place for the branch and region.

Sales Management experience in the connector/cable assembly industry is highly preferred

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

BA/BS or equivalent relevant work experience

Five years (minimum) professional selling experience preferably in electro-mechanical components industry, with high-value electronic connectors

Five years (minimum) in sales management, preferably electronics distribution

Field sales experience preferred, not required

Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office, specifically EXCEL, WORD and OUTLOOK

Experience with an ERP system (such as AS400) as well as a CRM system, preferably NetSuite

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hire, train and mentor SMR’s and TDR’s who will be highly proficient and successful at consultative selling and at supporting PEI’s products

Be responsible for annual budget and forecasting process

Implement strategic operating plans to maximize PEI’s effectiveness for financial and operational success including setting and tracking goals and objectives

Promote PEI’s corporate vision and ICARE values to encourage effective teamwork, continual improvement, customer focus and ethical behavior

Support all internal and external customer, quality and government compliance requirements

Keep informed of competitor activities, industry trends and emerging markets to defend and grow PEI’s market share

Build and maintain a bench for the SMR and TDR sales teams

Meet with regional resources to review and maximize branch sales strategy execution

Provide weekly reports and updates to the Regional Sales Manager on the results of branch strategies and initiatives as well as account reviews with SMR and TDR teams

Responsible for fostering collaboration between the branch sales team and the Product Management department to grow and penetrate top potential customers and regional market through day-to-day business activities and specific shared initiatives

Work closely with the Marketing department to bring PEI brand awareness to local and regional branch customers and PEI suppliers

Escalate critical situations concerning sales and customer activities to the appropriate manager or decision maker

Utilize NetSuite CRM customer roll-up dashboard as the premier sales tool to grow supplier diversity within all customer accounts

Collaborate with Product Managers on shared initiatives at target customers to build brand awareness and to grow revenue

Engage with local suppliers and supplier manufacturers’ representatives - scheduling business reviews to discuss top customers and growth opportunities for the branch

Review and take appropriate action when necessary on Daily Bookings Report, Intraday Performance Report, Static Resale Report, Quote Push, Manual Hold, Credit Hold, Transit Shelf, Lost Business Report and Bonds and report action summary to the VP of NA Sales, Director of NA Sales Operations and Regional Sales Manager

Develop personal contacts within the branch’s top 25 budgeted customers to further enhance PEI’s relationships at all customer levels

Responsible for overseeing and decision-making for top 25 customer opportunities in the branch

Organize and execute account reviews with SMR and TDR teams to develop, implement, and coach effective action plans for top 10 budgeted, prospective, and under-performing accounts

Conduct annual performance reviews and develop effective performance improvement plans to drive individual accountability and career growth

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