Star Employment Looking for Branch Manager – Heavy Equipment (HP) at Brampton, Ontario, Canada Full Time

We are looking for an experienced Branch Manager for our client located in Barrie. They are the biggest suppliers of construction equipment. As a Branch Manager, you possess a solid operational background, sales experience, and sound knowledge of the heavy equipment and/or compact construction equipment industry. You have a high degree of organization, growing new markets with fresh ideas, outstanding attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines with a drive for high performance.

Responsibilities:

• Motivate, mentor, and measure the team outcomes while enforcing the company Charter and Core Values.
• Achieve sales growth and profitability in all areas of the branch.
• Achieve asset management and market share goals.
• Manage the growth of parts and service operations & profitability.
• Manage the growth of rental operations & profitability.
• Proactively develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Review, monitor and act on financial reporting information and other business metrics steering the team to measure success.
• Develop, implement, and maintain continuous improvements in the branch.
• Motivate and coach the team to achieve their personal and company objectives, while maintaining a high level of engagement and morale.
• Work collaboratively with other managers & branches to develop companywide initiatives that ensure corporate goals are achieved.
• Manage the overall financial viability and growth of the branch.
• Work with Leadership team to set targets and objectives for sales, parts service, and rental departments.
• Build and prepare annual branch budget.
• Manage branch operations to achieve budgeted outcomes.
• Manage branch staffing levels.
• Manage staff training and development.
• Continuous development and ongoing training
• Collaborate with the broader team to manage the branch fleet and company vehicles.
• Responsible for maintenance, administration, and organization of the branch facility.
• Manage and develop all employees in the branch with the goal of building a motivated and successful workforce that is focused on the long-term success of the company, customers, and employees.
• Provide feedback and input into future opportunities and competitive pressures.
• Manage health and safety and risk management as per company standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience required in a similar capacity within the automotive, construction or heavy equipment industry.
• 5-10 years in a leadership position focused on sales/operations.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal in English.
• Excellent team management and leadership skills within a Tier 1 Construction Equipment Brand are considered an asset.
• Highly safety conscious.
• Proven leadership, coaching, mentoring and people development skills.
• Strategic with excellent negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mindset for continuous improvement and solid business acumen with the ability to oversee the financial operations of the branch.
• Customer-centric with strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building capacity at all levels.
• Superior planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple and often competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A valid Driver’s License and clean Driver’s Abstract.
• Strong understanding and experience within sales-driven departments.
• Sound knowledge of heavy equipment or related industries and a proven track record.
• A post-secondary degree/diploma in Commerce, Business Management or equivalent.
• A strong set of computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in managing parts and service departments, understanding that Product Support is a focus for any dealership.
• Experience in managing a rental department is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience of the local market.

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed at the branch location including the parts department, rental department, shop, and yard.
• Often meet with customers at their business locations including job sites.
• Occasionally, lifting moderately heavy objects (up to 25 pounds) may be required during the workday.
• Personal protective equipment is required to be worn as supplied by the company when performing work and ensuring all employees abide by strict PPE requirements.

What comes with position:

• Competitive Compensation Package including profit sharing.
• Full Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paramedical.
• RRSP Matching Program that increases year after year up to 5%.
• Laptop, Cellphone, Computer, Company Vehicle, Company Gas Card & Expense Card.

Location: Barrie

Working Hours: 7 am to 5 pm (Mon – Fri)

Salary Range: $85,000 to $90,000 base with profit sharing