Branch Manager

Overview:The Branch Manager at Lansing Building Products is the primary decision-maker communicator and culture-creator in their respective market. To be successful the Branch Manager must:Embody Lansings Purpose Mission and True Blue behaviors;Build and maintain a high-performing team;Drive operations and sales excellence; andRun a profitable branchThe Branch Manager drives progress toward execution of Lansings strategy and achievement of its longterm goals. The Branch Manager also serves as a change management leader when it comes to implementing company initiatives. Positions that report directly to the Branch Manager include Branch Operations Manager (all locations) Outside Sales Representative (most locations) and Outside Sales Trainee (select locations). The Branch Manager in turn reports to the Regional ManagerBranch Manager Responsibilities:Lead the day-to-day functions of the branch both directly and indirectly through engagement of the Branch Operations Manager Warehouse Manager Outside Sales Representative(s) and other branch associatesDirect and oversee all facets of the associate experience at the branch including hiring onboarding training development performance management advancement and separationsDirect and oversee all facets of the customer experience at the branch including creation of wow moments commitment to building valuable partnerships adherence to operational policies and procedures and making each day better through inputs such as customer feedback and audit findingsBuild and sustain strong relationships with key vendors and other important stakeholders including initiating and leading quarterly strategic vendor planning meetings Regularly coach and develop other branch personnel including consistent ride-alongs with Outside Sales Representatives (using the Branch Manager Ride-Along Playbook) and Outside Sales Trainees and dedicated check-ins with Branch Operations ManagerOn a weekly basis conduct sales meeting management meeting all associate branch meeting and other group meetings as needed to promote clear communication alignment execution and continuous improvementEngage the whole Lansing team by working effectively with Regional Manager Home Office support personnel and senior leadershipServe as a lead salesperson for the branch including regularly spending time away from the branch to enhance existing customer relationships and develop new customer relationshipsBranch Manager Qualifications:Unwavering commitment to the highest ethical standards and integrityTrack record of being optimistic motivating competitive and resilientSolid capability potential and willingness to grow when it comes to people leadership and talent development (prior people management experience a plus)Outstanding communication social and listening skills including willingness to give direct feedback to associates at all levels of the organizationPrior business-to-business sales experience along with high sales aptitude and willingness to cultivate new business (not just manage existing business)Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a group (including across business functions)Innovative mindset and willingness to analyze lessons learned and challenge status quoBranch Manager Compensation Package:Lansing is a certified Great Place To Work for 7 years runningCompetitive base salary with uncapped opportunity for bonus based on branch gross sales branch net profit and delivery on team and operational expectationsCompany car (gas card and insurance coverage included) cell phone laptop and tabletAbility to qualify for annual sales incentive trip (recent trip locations include Hawaii Dominican Republic Grand Cayman and Costa Rica)SLS123#LI-KW1