Branch Manager - Insurance jobs in Florence, AL

Empower Rental Group/ / River City Rentals is hiring for a full-time Branch Manager in  Muscle Shoals, AL. 
 
As a Branch Manager, you will be responsible for every aspect of the branch business. The Branch Manager manages the entire operation with full P&L responsibility, maintains a sharp focus on Sales, Customer Service and Operations excellence, and monitors: EBITDA, units-on-rent, average rental rates, margins for new and used sales, delivery & setup work, and operating profits. The Branch Manager will also collaborate with support center counterparts and peer Managers across an expanding network of national branches. Interact effectively with all levels of employees.
 
Empower Rental Group is a family of local construction equipment rental providers across the Southeastern United States.  Local rental companies tend to have great customer service, but are limited in their equipment availability, while large companies have more equipment, but often lack effective customer service and have issues with accurate billing.  Empower Rental Group combines the best of both worlds.  Our network of ever-growing local equipment rental branches keeps the local rental company customer service and feel but allows access to equipment from all of our locations.  

Job Responsibilities: 

• Achieve operational and revenue goals set by leadership; closely monitor reports and maintain firm control of the Branch’s financial performance
• Manage and/or contribute to proactive sales prospecting, new customer acquisition and account management of existing customers.
  • Mentor and support branch sales professionals throughout the entire sales life cycle
  • Ensure that prospecting goals are met; follow-up on leads, inbound & outbound sales calls, phone and in-person sales presentations etc.
  • Track the volume of quotes generated and ensure prompt follow-up
  • Prepare sales & work orders for accepted quotes in POS system. Maintains key data on lost deals; accurately enter/update all contacts and sales activity in CRM
  • Promote networking and shared solutions by participating in local, regional and industry associations
  • Communicate vision and set leadership direction for all branch employees
  • Build a cohesive Branch team with strong sense of urgency to meet customer requirements
  • Observe employees’ core job skills as well as their ‘team’ interaction and communications
  • Promptly communicate information from corporate to all branch personnel
  • Support upper management decisions and uphold corporate policy
  • Ensure that branch employees understand, embrace, and act on the Client Focus initiatives
• Organize process flow and physical space for continuous improvements (sales & business office, work yard, product assets, dispatch etc.). Prioritize workflow and manage day-to-day operation
  • Monitor inventories and order materials and supplies; conduct monthly physical inventory
  • Ensure supplies, tools and equipment are properly used, maintained, and accounted for
  • Oversee complete quality inspections of all units and trucks prior to customer delivery; ensure all assets returned from the customer are inspected for damage
  • Ensure units meet all applicable codes
  • Prepare for and undergo corporate operational Audits (6 month, annual etc.)
• Provide branch employees with a healthy, safe work environment
  • Maintain full compliance with all OSHA, DOT, and Safety rules and regulations and abides by all corporate rules and procedures
  • Conduct regular branch meetings, safety meetings, and safety inspections
• Interview, hire and manage the performance of all Branch employees
  •  Clearly communicate expectations, ensure employees are properly trained and conduct timely performance appraisals
  •  Work one-on-one with team members; set weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual goals; support employees in achieving their goals
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers
  • Assist with and manage escalated customer concerns in a timely manner; research and resolve accounts payable, contract issues etc. in a prompt and courteous manner
• Keep Regional Director and management informed regarding areas of concern or opportunity such as major projects, inventory shortages, competitor activity or logistical challenges
• Support and Build Unified Company Culture
• Maintains a safe work environment
• Continuous Improvement: assists in driving a continuous improvement strategy within the business to result in ongoing incremental gains in quality and efficiency
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High level of computer proficiency; especially with Excel and CRM applications
• Excellent attention to detail along with a proven ability to organize people & processes for increased production and efficiency
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills; prioritize actions, set direction, and allocate resources in a fast paced, high-volume operation
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills. Present information clearly and accurately; demonstrate command of the details and subject matter expertise in all interactions with customers, management, and colleagues
• Lead with a sense of urgency and strong focus on the customer; anticipate customer needs and avoid unnecessary crises through proactive, careful planning.

Empower Rental Group began with 3 locations in 2021 with the goal of being a difference in the equipment rental industry by supporting American businesses, and we now have over 30 locations. Our employees are a no-excuse group not afraid to work hard and help each other. We offer our employees benefits that are unmatched in our industry - we appreciate our employees, and we let it show.

If you are interested in learning more about a career with Empower Rental Group as a Branch Manager, apply today! 





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