Branch Manager

Company: Sonepar USA
Location: Jackson
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

There's a Place for You at Crawford Electric Supply.

A career at Crawford Electric Supply is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Crawford Electric Supply offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the southeast region of the United States, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.



Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives.Crawford Electric Supply we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.



It's time to energize your future! Don't miss out on this electrifying opportunity - apply today! Stay connected with us - follow our journey, job openings, and latest news on and .
Branch Manager

Location: Jackson, TN

Job type: Full time



What You'll Do

Sales & Customer Service

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• Directs the sales activities of the branch and sales team
  
• Develops and maintains customer relations with "whatever it takes" service
  
• Oversees decision making and resolution of customer complaints ensuring proper handling, timely solution and positive customer experience
  
• Follows company credit and return policies
  
  
  
  
  Marketing & Vendor Relations
  
  
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  • Promotes and supports company-wide product promotions by displaying or demonstrating products, promoting uses and saleable features to customers
    
  • Cooperates with vendors, manufacturers and co-workers to build a team approach and to promote a positive work environment
    
  • Develops and maintains professional relationship with vendors and other business partners
    
    
    
    
    Resources & Employee Relations
    
    
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    • Interviews and hires to fill open or new positions, following company policies and procedures and complying with legal requirements
      
    • Evaluates employee performance and compensation following company procedures
      
    • Enforces company policies, recognizes personnel problems and takes corrective action, applies appropriate employee counseling and discipline, including termination when necessary
      
      
      
      
      Management & Leadership
      
      
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      • Represents the company's business interests at all times, in a positive and professional manner, by conducting business transactions and communications in a fair and ethical manner
        
      • Complies with all company policies, and supports corporate department procedures, such as Credit, Pricing, Accounting, Operations and HR
        
      • Assigns or delegates job duties necessary to run a smooth and efficient branch operation and facility, with minimal use of overtime
        
      • Responsible for the productivity, quality of work and morale of staff
        
      • Requires daily use of internal email and other communication systems to keep current in job knowledge, changes in company policies or practices, and to ensure timely delivery of necessary company communications
        
      • Sets the example of a positive attitude with employees and peers
        
        
        
        
        Operations & Budgeting
        
        
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        • Maintains building interior/exterior, vehicles and equipment, with a clean and neat appearance and in proper working condition
          
        • Creates and maintains a safe working environment for employees and complies with company and legal safety rules and regulations
          
        • Responsible for safeguarding assets of the branch including inventory, fixed assets, equipment & cash
          
        • Creates annual branch budget, including sales, GP, inventory and overhead goals
          
        • Successfully operates branch within budget forecast, meeting or exceeding profitability goals, reaching inventory turns and controlling overhead expenses
          
        • Develops and executes a sales plan to increase market share, grow sales and increase gross margins
          
          
          
          
          What You Bring
          
          
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          • Four-year college degree preferred with a minimum of 2-year associates degree or equivalent from a college or technical school.
            
          • Minimum of 4 years of industry related experience, such as product, sales, purchasing, project or operations. Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
            
          • Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain acceptable driver history and insurance coverage.
            
          • Knowledge of electrical products and applications.
            
          • Skilled in selling products & services, negotiating sales, pricing and terms.
            
          • Ability to effectively communicate information and present ideas and solutions to customer.
            
          • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals as well as calculate figures, such as discounts, percentages, and commissions.
            
          • Possess strong customer service and communication skills.
            
          • Have a strong work ethic including organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
            
          • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive business information in an honest and ethical manner.
            
          • Attitude and knowledge of safety in working environment.
            
            
            
            
            Learn More About Us
            
            Get to know us on , , and and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."
            
            Learn more about Crawford:
            
            Crawford is part of the Sonepar family of brands:
            
            
            
            
            
            Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Crawford is an equal opportunity employer
            
            
            
            
            
            Crawford is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA.
            What We Offer You
            
            We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:
            
            
            
            
            
            
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            • Healthcare plans
              
            • Dental & vision
              
            • Paid time off (no waiting period to utilize)
              
            • Volunteer time off
              
            • Paid parental leave
              
            • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
              
            • Professional and personal development programs
              
              
              
              
              
              
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              • Opportunity to become a shareholder
                
              • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
                
              • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
                
              • Robust wellness program
                
              • Gym reimbursement
                
              • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
                
                Ready to join the fun? Apply today and become part of the Crawford Crew - where we work hard, laugh often, and always have a spark to share!
                
                
                
                Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
                
                Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
                
                
                
                Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email.
                
                
                
                EEO is the Law
                
                Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more,.
                
                
                
                Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
                
                Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more,
                
                
                
                
                
                

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