Job description

Industry Leading National Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Wholesaler is seeking an experienced, self-motivated, sales-driven person for a Branch Manager position in Fargo, ND area.

Applicant MUST have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Store/Branch Manager in a successful location. Salary is based on the amount of experience.

A Strong refrigeration and air conditioning parts, product, and application knowledge is preferred - the HVAC/R Distribution Industry, as well as the capability to manage:

• Customer service and customer relationships
• Branch personnel
• Branch inventory
• In branch marketing and merchandising
• Warranties and returns
• Local and competitive pricing
• On-time product availability and local product deliveries
• Some direct inventory purchasing

This position includes a competitive compensation package, 401K, Medical and available dental and vision benefits, paid Holiday, vacation, and profit-sharing benefits.

CRITERIA:

Computer Knowledge/Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Experience in Trend would be helpful.
• Experience in International Export Sales would be helpful
• Experience in Wholesale Management is required.

Business Savvy/Acumen

• Understand break-even points and margins
• Understand asset management particularly, inventory and receivables
• Know how to dominate a market
• Knowledge of our local market

Customer Service Skills

• Ability to prioritize customers
• Know how to develop and increase business with Priority A customers
• Ability to negotiate and problem solve
• Ability to Lead, Manage, and Work as a Team
• Know how to lead and manage branch team
• Ability to work with Outside Sales personnel
• Ability to work independently, yet within our Company Strategy
• Provide leadership in the area of Wellness and other Company initiatives

Organization Skills

• Effectively and efficiently manage branch administration, utilizing an automated system
• Balance administrative duties and relationship duties (employees and customers)