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You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the northeast and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.\nBeing “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.\nBuilding and leading Cooper Electric Supply Chain key elements to deliver consistency while leveraging modernized tools and framework to drive success relative to broader performance targets and cost while mitigating disruption to service and sales. This role is highly collaborative within SUSA partners and field enterprises. Provides high oversight to insure governance to the framework and strategic vision. The VP develops and coaches direct reports to build the capability to scale the level of support needed to sustain process excellence capabilities throughout all operating companies. This role owns the program’s ongoing strategy and field deployment. This role requires deep immersion into SUSA’s growth and performance to include that of our operating companies. This is achieved through a combination of virtual and in-person engagement so moderate travel is required.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nLead as well as work as an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team in developing strategic operational plans, department budgets as well as enhance profitability, productivity, and efficiency throughout the Company operations.\nDevelop and direct the management of the Cooper Electric supply chain network. This includes maintaining overall accountability for Cooper Electric CDC and branch processing, routing/delivery and quality indices.\nManage Cooper network logistics and outbound transportation program; implement improved processes/tools, and management methods to generate increased service level, and workflow optimization.\nContinuously evaluate logistics strategies to ensure full fleet optimization.\nDevelop and direct the management of the Materials Management team to ensure correct pricing, proper inventory levels and product line management of warehouse materials, including equipment and supplies.\nDevelop working relationships with Sales Leaders to develop short- and long-term strategies in each of the business segments.\nDevelop relationships with key accounts in understanding logistical needs and developing successful strategies to exceed customer expectations.\nDevelop and foster relationships with suppliers and rep agencies to incorporate sales goals into operational objectives.\nReinforce all Sonepar business and operational policies, and ensure that controls are in place and operating as designed.\nReview each department’s monthly expenses; recommend areas for savings and report areas of concern timely.\nCorrespond with branch and company management to resolve questions and issues that arise in the normal course of business-e.g. opening/closure of branches, branch relocations, acquisitions, and lease/buy decisions.\nContinually investigate and introduce process improvement measures and present suggestions to President and Senior Leadership Team for consideration.\nParticipate with other managers in operational and administrative process improvement.\nDevelop self and others - assign and accept challenging assignments to expand professional knowledge and capabilities of self and others.\nPerform other job responsibilities, as requested.\nEmbody personal leadership qualities through the following: Be in the moment to ensure authentic and humanistic interactions. Continuously volunteer discretionary effort and expect that of the team. Model desired behaviors to drive business results while also leveraging and respecting separate realities. Be curious in interactions with others and take personal accountability. Have courageous conversations when providing clear and specific expectations and feedback to the team; responsible to teach, coach, and mentor the team to ensure their success.\nProvide clear and specific expectations to direct reports; set mutually agreed upon goals annually for each team member through an interactive process. Conduct periodic check-ins to provide meaningful performance feedback and guidance in relation to their performance to goal. Support team development through talent planning efforts in partnership with HR. Recognize succession needs, identify potential successors, and manage development plans to ensure preparedness for succession activities.\nSafety / DOT / Environment leadership and accountability.\nFleet management coordinating with SUSA on optimal design for productivity and customer impact.\nLeveraging data and analytics for forecasting and planning across Supply Chain, Inventory and Logistics functions.\nNetwork / Branch optimizations leveraging key tools and coordination with sales insights.\nInbound / Outbound logistics optimizations inclusive of engaging supplier synergies and cost reductions.\nQualifications:\nEducation and/or Experience:\nElectrical, Industrial and/or distribution experience preferred but not required.\nBachelor's degree (B.A or B.S.) from a 4-year college or University in Business Management; CPA preferred; or\n10+ years in an Operational Leadership role; or\nEquivalent combination of education and experience.\nRequirements:\nProven track record as a leader who solves problems and resolves conflicts to achieve a positive outcome.\nStrong planning and analytical skills.\nExcellent communication and presentation skills.\nMust be proficient with Microsoft Office products and ERP systems. Experience with Eclipse ERP a plus.\nAbility to travel locally and nationally when required.\nMaintain confidentiality of proprietary business information.\nWhat We Offer You\nWe offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:\n\nHealthcare plans\nDental & vision\nPaid time off\nPaid parental leave\n401(k) retirement savings with company match\nProfessional and personal development programs\n\nOpportunity to become a shareholder\nEmployer-paid short- and long-term disability\nEmployer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents\nRobust wellness program\nGym reimbursement\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\nWe’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.\nLearn More About Us\nGet to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”\nLearn more at https://www.cooper-electric.com/\nCooper Electric Supply, LLC is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement\nSonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.\nSonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email .\nEEO is the Law\nApplicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.\nPay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision\nSonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 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