District Manager

Nedco has been a cornerstone in the electrical industry for over 100 years. With 69 branches across Canada, Nedco offers one-stop shopping for a wide range of electrical products and services. Nedco is one of five banners within the Rexel Canada group of companies.

THE POSITION

The District Manager - Western Ontario, is in direct contact with all Nedco personnel within the region, including the Sales Managers, Branch Managers, Sales Representatives and with customers and suppliers. The individual 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 Nedco departments, outside manufactures, suppliers and customers
• Ensure staff receives the required levels of training by identifying future skills necessary to carryout 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 Nedco’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.

Employee Value Proposition

Joining Nedco means choosing a company that listens to its employees. Nedco accelerates progress, all the while respecting its people, their culture and diversity. We can offer people a remarkable range of career opportunities – whether that’s moving up in a particular area of expertise or switching to something completely new. If you’re motivated, we’ll help you find the career path that suits you.

Nedco provides a stable and safe work environment along with a competitive salary with excellent benefits and pension packages.

Nedco is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to the Canadian marketplace. We encourage everyone to apply.

How to Apply:

• If this is the right position for you, click apply.
• If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us with the “Need Help” button in Fitzii.
• We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Please visit www.nedco.ca for other career opportunities.