The branch manager will oversee, direct and manage all day to day facets of business within the local branch office. Monitors sales activity to ensure profitability within the Branch 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 Branch.

Essential Functions
• Assigns, instructs, trains and provides direction to all levels of management within the office
• Reviews and manages personnel assignments with managers and supervisors.
• Assigns, instructs, trains and provides directions to managers and supervisors in the performance of their jobs
• Monitors current inventory to insure sufficient quantities are available
• Monitors and ensures on time delivery and/or job completion
• 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 bids on large projects
• Assists in specification reviews on large projects being bid, active in pre submittal review to ensure maximum submittal profitability
• Prepares annual preliminary budget for Branch, 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 management
• Works closely with Safety Manager to coordinate local safety initiatives
• Meets and develops relationships with key supplier reps that interact with Branch
• Manages and performs all personnel management duties with the assistance of Human Resources
• Manages all facets of financial activity relative to the P& L
• Other relative duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or equivalent industry experience
• At least 5-7 years of experience in distribution management or related type of building/construction materials required
• At least 1 year experience in commercial doors, frames, hardware preferred
• At least 1 year experience managing a branch preferred
• At least 5 years of direct management experience required
• At least 1 year experience interacting with contractors and industry professionals required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Intermediate to advanced level in Microsoft Products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Knowledge of Division 8 and Division 10
• Ability to read and understand construction contracts
• Effective time management skills
• Good mathematical skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to motivate others
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, competency in grammar and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels, internal and/or external to the organization
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail orientedPhysical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.