General Manager in Winnipeg

Join Rexel: A Global Leader in Electrical Distribution. Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential, and commercial sectors. As the energy evolves, our business is transforming alongside it. This change is driven by you - our fresh thinkers, innovators, and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customers, and stakeholders alike. Together we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.

Rexel Canada operates under six distinct banners: Rexel Atlantic, Rexel Utility, Westburne, Nedco, LTL, and Talley. Westburne is much more than electrical products. We are Canada's market leader in energy solutions, renewables, lighting, wire & cable, automation, and connected network solutions. We have access to the best partners in the industry and we go above and beyond to help our customers and partners grow.

What You Will Do With Us

Westburne is the Canadian market leader in electrical distribution. We are looking for a dynamic leader for our Westburne Midwest division. Responsible for all aspects of the division, the General Manager directs recruiting and developing talent, shapes strategic direction, drives sales and market share, and manages the P&L. In this role, you will also develop and maintain relationships with our key vendors and customers and interact effectively with internal stakeholders.

The General Manager is accountable for ensuring the organization is highly profitable and continues to grow its market share. This will be accomplished by developing and implementing strategies, as well as monitoring the division's capability to execute initiatives. A key initiative is expanding the organization's digital and e-commerce capabilities to better serve customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and development of the management team to ensure organizational and personal goals are achieved.
• Create a healthy environment where staff can perform to their maximum potential.
• Evaluate organizational performance in meeting objectives and identify areas for improvement.
• Take corrective action to solve business problems and challenges.
• Ensure performance plans are set, maintained, and continuously improved; generate creative solutions to identify improvements in processes.
• Shape the culture of the division and positively impact.
• Support and comply with Rexel Canada’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Motivate employees by creating a work environment that encourages high morale, team spirit, and rewards good performance.
• Ensure employees receive the necessary training to carry out their assigned responsibilities.
• Create innovative ways to market products and services to potential customers.
• Research and establish new opportunities to expand the division’s customer base.
• Maintain positive relationships with supply partners.
• Lead annual planning meetings and conduct regular reviews to ensure mutually agreed goals are achieved.
• Collaborate with internal departments at the banner level and Rexel Canada level including Finance, Human Resources, IT, and other business functions to discuss issues, coordinate activities, or resolve problems.
• Positively represent the Westburne banner and Rexel Canada through a success-oriented and professional demeanor.

Experience/Qualifications

• Possesses a university degree and over 15 years of leadership experience in residential, commercial, and industrial construction and MRO product distribution.
• Proven track record of managing multiple branch operations that deliver superior business results.
• Strong financial acumen and a strategic thinker with a growth mindset.
• Proven success in building and sustaining a professional, accountable, disciplined, and performance-driven culture.
• Authentic leader with high integrity, strong emotional intelligence, and low ego.
• Ability to build trust, engagement, and high-trust relationships by working collaboratively with all levels internally and externally.
• Strong, flexible, and dedicated leader who can navigate changes and disruptions.
• Excellent decision-making skills based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to develop team members for their current and future responsibilities.
• Effective communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable using MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

What We Offer

Our employees enjoy a positive work-life balance while thriving in an environment that is dynamic and motivated by new and exciting challenges. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, and pension plans, along with a remarkable range of career opportunities - whether advancing in your current field or exploring something entirely new. If you are motivated, we will help you find the career path that suits you. Rexel Canada is committed to Employment Equity and values a diverse workforce, recognizing each employee's unique talents and skills.