The position of Branch Support Specialist will be based out of Chantilly, VA!

Summary
The Branch Support Specialist is responsible for assisting Branch and Area Managers in maintaining the function and growth goals of all branches throughout an assigned territory. Will perform the duties of various positions such as Inside Sales, Driver, Warehouse, and Assistant Management. Will act as a leader in those positions with the skills and authority to make decisions in absence of Branch and Area management.

What You’ll Do

• Work with Branch Managers to drive profitability by utilizing company digital tools to maximize all aspects of branch performance
• Set an example and culture of superior customer service through dealing effectively with daily customer service requests. Establish and maintain a relationship with key customers
• Perform all job functions within a branch when required including but not limited to sales, vendor quotations, maintaining branch equipment and vehicles, driving, material handling, order processing
• Greet and assist call-in and walk-in customers with the selection and delivery of products and services, processing orders by quoting product prices, delivery specifications, and payment terms and by offering substitute products where appropriate 
• Assist in timely account reconciliation through completion of PVR, bad debt, and other post sale duties
• Participate in facility and inventory control and maintenance and advise Branch Manager of problems to ensure customer demand is met
• Conduct/oversee inventory control procedures and warehouse housekeeping practices
• Implement branch security and safety standards by conducting facility and asset inspections and taking corrective actions to support controls
• May be required to complete customer deliveries through maintained routes or urgent requirements
• Other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You’ll Need

• High School or GED    
• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent preferred
• 2+ years experience in an electrical distribution industry or similar B2B industry required
• Leadership experience preferred
• Previous sales, operations, shipping, or receiving experience is a plus
• Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Sales and service oriented, self-motivated, dependable, possess excellent leadership, and customer service skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to share information
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP system such as Solar Eclipse
• Knowledge of electrical products and Rockwell Automation is a plus
• Knowledge of the assigned territory is a plus

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold    None
• Exposed to bio hazardous conditions    None
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations    None
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock    None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations    Occasionally – up to 20%

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery    Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position ones self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions    Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force

• Up to 10 pounds    Constantly – at least 51%
• Up to 25 pounds    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Up to 50 pounds    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 75 pounds    None

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”