District Manager - Saskatoon, Canada - Westburne

Westburne
Westburne
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Saskatoon, Canada

2 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Westburne Electric, a division of Rexel Canada Electrical Inc., is a leader in electrical product distribution, participating in the commercial, residential, industrial and institutional markets across Canada.


Description
We are currently looking for a self-motivated individual to become an integral part of our team at our
Saskatoon/Regina.

If you want to work in a dynamic team environment and you excel when being trusted with responsibility then Westburne is the place for you.


The
District Manager is in direct contact with all Westburne personnel within the region, including the Sales Managers; Branch Managers, Sales Representatives and with customers and suppliers.

She/he is responsible for the development of budgetary goals and ensuring once adopted, that they are closely monitored and achieved.


  • Propose annual sales and operating budget for the region and once accepted by senior management, ensure it is communicated down to branch levels
  • Meet with key customers to discuss market trends, future business, resolve concerns, and increase customer awareness while supporting the sales and marketing plans within the customer base
  • Provide effective management through strong leadership and direction with immediate subordinates. Coordinate dealings with Westburne departments, outside manufactures, suppliers and customers
  • Ensure staff receives the required levels of training by identifying future skills necessary to carry out assigned responsibilities
  • Maintain focus towards company policies and objectives and encourage and maintain a cohesive team atmosphere to foster positive employee relations
  • Ensure operational efficiency and excellence through effective coordination of operational resources within the Region and in concert with Divisional and Corporate personnel
  • Meet corporate objectives and expectations for quality, health and safety, and asset control initiatives
  • Utilize and coordinate the services of the Marketing, Marketing Services, Product Management, Inventory Replenishment and Credit Management Departments for the effective growth of the region while ensuring risk is minimized and managed
  • Create, monitor and implement Supplier plans for regional growth while optimizing Westburne's opportunities for rebates and utilization of promotional funds, in concert with the plans for the Division.

Skills/Qualifications:


  • University degree plus a minimum of ten (10) years related experience in the industry, including at least five (5) years in a senior management capacity, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong business acumen to analyze financial reports and to develop appropriate implementation strategies to meet/exceed operational/fiscal plans and targets
  • Ability to build strategic partnerships and identify potential sales opportunities
  • Strong time management, organizational and planning skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to lead, mentor and coach staff. Must be able to make difficult decisions.

Westburne offers:


  • A competitive compensation;
  • Benefits plan; and
  • An excellent opportunity for advancement within a growing organization.
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