Branch Manager

at  Doman Building Materials Group Ltd

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Western Canada, the Branch Manager is responsible for the branch’s profitability and sets the strategic direction for the branch. The position focuses on managing internal business processes to support all functions within the branch. The Branch Manager’s responsibilities are categorized into four areas: financial, sales, operations, and people management.

EXPERIENCE

• A track record of success as an accomplished manager with profit/loss responsibility of a small to mid-sized business
• Experience in industrial distribution, building industry or related experience is a definite asset

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in business

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficient with Word, Excel, ERP, and CRM

With eight direct reports performing the day-to-day functions, the Branch Manager is indirectly responsible for approximately 40 employees.

• Create and maintain a positive, productive, and transparent teamwork environment.
• Manage and develop direct reports.
• Conduct performance reviews regularly.
• When needed, comfortable with conducting difficult conversations with employees.
• Working closely with Human Resources, address employee issues fairly and consistently.
• Lead the negotiations for collective agreement bargaining and manages union grievances