Branch Manager/Sales

Spherion is a leader in providing value-added staffing, recruiting and workforce solutions and has an immediate opening for a Branch Manager in Charlotte, NC.  From the executive office to the production line, Spherion connects skilled, motivated employees with high-performance organizations to make the workplace work better.

 

At Spherion, matching the right person with the right job has been our passion for 60 years.  We help hundreds of large companies and small businesses secure the talent they need to be successful, and we?re a source of quality employment opportunities for more than 300,000 people nationwide each year.  Spherion has been ranked as one of America?s Leading Companies by Forbes Magazine and also ranked as one of America?s Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine for six years.

 

The Branch Manager is accountable for creating and implementing a successful marketing strategy to meet/exceed sales/profit targets and for developing an effective staff to assist in achieving the branch?s financial/operational goals. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Sales/Business Development:

 

? Develop and implement an effective marketing strategy to increase sales and maximize profits by evaluating potential of client base, developing new accounts and increase revenue of existing accounts through telemarketing and outside sales activities

? Maintain communication with established clients to ensure successful business development and to promote client and employee retention through exemplary customer service

? Develop and implement an effective recruiting strategy to ensure the availability of qualified flexible/full time employees in order to meet current and anticipated needs

? Work with integration teams to develop cross business opportunities 

Operational/Financial Management:

 

? Communicate and coordinate the various aspects of branch operations required to ensure compliance

? Financial management of branch operations (budgeting, forecasting, monthly P&L review, credit and collections)

? Implement, monitor and comply with company programs/ initiatives

? Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all branch activities

? Participate in local professional, business and civic organizations to enhance personal development and to promote company recognition

 

Staff Management:

 

?  Develop effective recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates for internal staff positions

?  Develop a fully operational and qualified staff by hiring and training employees according to established company guidelines

?  Identify developmental/career opportunities to ensure staff retention

?  Coach and counsel associates on behavioral and performance issues, document and take corrective action as necessary

?  Conduct regular staff meetings and annual staff performance reviews

 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

? Four-year college degree or 5 years of equivalent business experience

? Minimum of four years related business experience with strong emphasis on sales and supervision

? Ability to analyze profit/loss statements and other related financial data to make sound business decisions

? Strong leadership, managerial, organizational and communication skills

? Ability to perform business development and external sales activities

? Adaptability, flexibility and the ability to maintain effectiveness during change

? Computer literacy

? Ability to work flexible/extended hours when necessary

Training
At Spherion, we believe that we grow and succeed when our employees are given the opportunity to increase their skills, talents and capabilities. Through partnerships with leading innovators in employee development and e-learning, Spherion offers employees a full-range of skills enhancement and training programs

 

Benefit plans
Medical ? health, vision, dental ? starts date of hire
401(k) savings & Employee Stock Purchase
Quarterly bonus based on GP$ and Revenue$
Life insurance- Accidental/Spousal/Children
Short/Long-term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Family Medical Leave
Mileage reimbursement of .445
Paid ? time off  - first year 10 vacation/4 personal/2 floating/5 sick days