SUMMARY:
Our client, in the Electrical industry, is currently looking to employ a Branch Manager based in Port Elizabeth.Â
POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
- Relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous, viz. Electrician, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of management experience in electrical wholesale, distribution, or contracting environment.
- Solid technical knowledge of electrical products and industry regulations (SANS, IEC, OHS).
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and profitability targets.
- Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Fluency in Afrikaans or English.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
1. Leadership & Team Management:- Recruit, develop and coach branch staff: sales representatives, warehouse personnel, and admin support.
- Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and foster a collaborative, customer-focused culture.
2. Sales & Business Development:- Develop and execute branch sales plans to achieve or exceed monthly and annual revenue targets.
- Identify new market opportunities in construction, manufacturing, and maintenance sectors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key accountsâelectrical contractors, engineers, and facility managers.
3. Operations & Inventory Control:- Oversee inventory planning and stock levels to minimize stockouts and excess.
- Coordinate with central procurement to ensure timely delivery of high-demand products.
- Implement efficient warehousing, dispatch, and logistics processes to optimize order fulfilment.
4. Customer Service & Compliance:- Ensure all sales and service activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Resolve escalated customer issues promptly to maintain high satisfaction and retention rates.
- Conduct regular site visits to key customers to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.Â
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