Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors, with 24 key Ontario locations and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry.

Culture

Our core purpose is passionately helping customers be more successful by delivering exceptional experiences. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do.

Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done.

We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge. 

What you will be doing

The Regional Branch Manager is responsible for leading the inside sales, counter sales and operations teams ensuring smooth, efficient operations and profitability. This includes ensuring that all KPI’s, including profitability targets and recommended margin levels, are achieved. 

SALES AND MARKETING 

Be responsible for maintaining and building strong relationships with customers in the region including visibility a the counter and customer sites.

Responsible for achieving branch goals and objectives assigned by sales leadership. 

Create and develop the annual branch sales budget.

Identify and seek new business opportunities to grow market share.

Prepare for and participate in regularly scheduled sales and marketing meetings 

Organize, host, and promote customer training and events throughout the year. 

LEADERSHIP  

Provide day-to-day leadership for your teams, including Counter Sales, Inside Sales, Warehouse, and administrative employees.  

Mentor and coach employees to do their best work. 

Collaborate with Human Resources to interview, hire, train, motivate, reward, discipline, address complaints and resolve employee problems.  

Responsible for employee learning and development 

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE 

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the branch, ensuring overall efficiency and effectiveness of all functions. 

Lead by example, ensure all aspects of Quality and ISO processes and procedures are adhered to, including health and safety. 

Responsible for Inventory Management at the branch – cycle counting, turns, fill rates, inventory accuracy, annual inventory counts.

Ensure all marketing material and merchandizing are all well displayed, current and well stocked, including rotating stock and having proper signage. 

QUALITY 

Responsible for maintaining the role of Quality

Representative for the branch. 

Responsible for the criteria in the “Branch Inspection Report” is adhered to and completed as required

What you bring to the table

Post-secondary education (degree, diploma/certificate), preferably in an Electrical related discipline or Business Administration 

Minimum of 5+ years Management experience within an electrical related environment. 

Must have organizational knowledge – industry, market, products, company, etc.  

Must possess a keen business acumen and act in line with the company’s vision. 

Experience motivating, mentoring, and coaching employees. 

Exceptional communication skills, including both written and verbal.  

Additional skills required: strategic planning, negotiation, time management and delegation. 

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

Don’t have all of these qualifications? Feel free to send in your resume, we can train you on what you need to know or there might be another role that fits better.

We believe in taking care of our people

Major medical + dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available) 

Employee Assistance Program 

Global travel coverage 

Pension plan with contribution matching 

Training, development and career growth opportunities  

Tuition re-imbursement program 

Promote from within culture 

A diverse and inclusive workplace 

Caring and nurturing environment

Words that our employees use to describe us

Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward thinking, innovative, successful!

*Flexible interview options are available!