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Position will oversee, direct and manage facets of business within the branch offices. Monitors sales activity to insure profitability within the Branches as is associated with The Cook & Boardman Group as a company; and establishes operational goals while staying abreast of changing needs within the organization and Branches.Essential Functions* Acts as a liaison between Cook & Boardman and the area branches by making regular visits and interacting with management and employees* Assigns, instructs, trains and provides direction to all levels of management and employees within the branches* Reviews and manages personnel assignments with managers and employeesAssigns, instructs, trains and provides directions to managers and employees in the performance of their jobs* Oversees operational practices making sure that each branch runs smoothly and meets projected revenues and sales goals* Reviews the following on a recurring basis: sales reports, productions reports, department expenses, labor costs, employee attendance reports, and other reports and documents related organizational operation* Monitors costs and establishes cost controls* Reviews annual preliminary budget for the branches, monitors compliance to the final approved budget* Works closely with customers to promote sales and to assist in solving problems as they arise* Works to ensure excellent customer relations, both with internal and external customers* Frequent interaction with Commercial Contractors including: assisting in closing sales, problem solving, and general customer relations managementMeets and develops relationships with key supplier reps that interact with the branches* Manages all facets of financial activity relative to the branch P&L'sCoordinates with, reports and makes recommendations to senior management in order to grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth* Ensures that each branch delivers value and excellence to their clientsCultivates and grows a strong team of committed branch managers that will maintain profit margins and implement business plan* Applies innovative approaches and techniques to keep updated with competitionPerforms other related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent industry experience* 5-7 years of experience in distribution management or related type of building/construction materials required* Experience in Division 8, 27, 28 sales is preferred* Experience managing a branch preferred* 5+ years of direct management experience required* Prior experience interacting with contractors and industry professionals required* Intermediate to advanced level of experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook required* Travel more than 50% of the time is requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities* Strong leadership, decision making and communication skills* Ability to motivate others* Entrepreneurial mindset* Business development and strategy implementation knowledge* Ability to sell, manage and drive growth* Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels, internal and/or external to the organization