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BRANCH MANAGER

Branch Manager is an opportunity to be part of a growing company where you truly feel like an entrepreneur with the support you need to succeed. We value hard work, leadership and communication. SRS Distribution Inc. has the strongest national network of independent roofing distributors with the most talented team of people working together to deliver the industry's best products and services. In addition to our commitment to customer focus, SRS strives to become the preferred employer in the industry with highly motivated and engaged employees operating in an entrepreneurial culture where the corporate office works for the field and not the reverse. This continual growth has established SRS as one of the fastest growing building products distribution companies in the U.S. SRS is a private company sponsored by Berkshire Partners LLC. and led by a management team of industry veterans.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Provide leadership by directing all branch operations; sales, service, delivery, and business development strategies to ensure the branch achieves the desired results.
• Build relationships with customers and vendors to directly increase sales through these relationships.
• Motivate your team, ensuring the successful development and performance of all team members in the areas of productivity, customer relations, warehousing and distribution of products.
• Purchasing, pricing, weekly cycle counts, reviewing and disposition of how to control the inventory and damaged and outdated stock.

• Full knowledge of managing a distribution center in the roofing industry. Experienced Managers with building materials will be considered.
• Education or experience in managing a multi-million dollar business of this type is required and must be relevant and current.
• Success in developing strong relationships with vendors, and loyalty from customers.
• Committed to leading and developing your staff and providing service with a standard of excellence throughout the branch operation.
• High performance measured through successful leadership and example.
• Must be P/C literate; proficient in Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and follow-up skills.
• Knowledge of an ERP system is highly preferred. Agility software preferred, but not required as it is easily learned by someone who has database experience.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Be eligible to work in the United States for any company, and for any length of time, without sponsorship.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER

Assistant Branch Managers work in conjunction with their Branch Manager lead the team with energy, professionalism, and an urgency to complete tasks.

• Supervise the Drivers and warehouse operations to include guiding, assigning and training personnel to receive, store and distribute building material.
• Oversee the daily operations of the warehouse to insure that orders are pulled timely and accurately and that they are loaded and unloaded for the vendor or customer promptly.
• Oversee the dispatching of trucks for timely and accurate delivery of product to job sites.
• The Assistant Manager will be responsible for managing all phases of inventory control to include purchasing, weekly cycle counts, pricing, review and disposition of damaged and outdated stock. Other duties include order processing, day-end balancing, and assisting with all other areas of running the branch.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience as a Supervisor or Assistant Manager in a warehouse environment, in the roofing or similar industry.
• Product knowledge or if from a similar industry, ability to learn quickly.
• Relevant purchasing and inventory management experience.
• Must be organized, detail-oriented with minimal error rate, computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Dedicated to service and sales excellence by developing lasting customer relationships.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and follow-up skills.
• Knowledge of an ERP system is highly preferred. Agility software preferred, but not required as it is easily learned by someone who has database experience.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Be eligible to work in the United States for any company, and for any length of time, without sponsorship.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

DRIVER

Work Monday through Friday and be home every night!

You are in the driver's seat with your career at SRS when you select to be a CDL Driver with us. We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members. We reward you for safety and will train you in your current driving position to provide opportunities to learn warehouse operations and customer relations.

We are a leading wholesale distributor of roofing materials and need CDL A Driver or CDL B Drivers to grow our business. As a Driver, you are a vital team member in the distribution of our products and we will provide all the training and tools necessary for you to excel in this job safely. This is a very physical position that requires the Driver to help in loading and unloading bundles of shingles that weigh from 80lbs to 100lbs each, on a continuous basis. All of our Drivers complete an application to be presented for employment verification (DOT regulations).

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Have a CDL Class A and/or CDL Class B license with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Be 21 years of age or older.
• One year of verifiable commercial driving experience or on your way to getting there. We have a Driver Training program.
• Performed similar duties at another company that involves; pre- and post-trip inspections, DOT reports, checking inventory on truck, load and tie down safely, conduct site inspections to unload products with the highest safety standards, complete and return paperwork, participate in trainings and team meetings, and learn all you can to be a valuable team member.
• Able to load and unload bundles of shingles that weigh from 80lbs to 100lbs each, on a continuous basis.
• Driving Record: No more than 2 moving violations or accidents, within the last 3 years, no license suspensions within the last 5 years (for driving-related reasons).
• Driving Record: You cannot have a DUI or DWI on record in the last five years and if hired, receiving a DUI or DWI is NOT acceptable while employed.
• High school degree, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Overtime hours: Weekday and Saturday overtime hours available during busy times.
• Other skills a plus: Conveyor belt, knuckle boom, forklift and Moffett experience.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Must sign Substance Abuse and Testing Policy Applicable to CDL Drivers as Mandated by FMCSA.
• Must submit to pre-employment drug screen (DOT federally regulated) and must meet acceptable standards of a criminal background check.

INSIDE SALES OPPORTUNITY

Inside Salesperson will assist our walk-in customers directly, coordinate closely with our outside sales force, drivers and warehouse personnel to meet our customers’ needs in a timely and efficient manner. Provide counter sales, phone assistance, and other help to our customers. Be instrumental in building our business. An opportunity to learn our products and have a career in sales or management in our industry.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience assisting customers with purchasing needs, either walk-ins or over the phone.
• Experience and/or interest in developing new sales opportunities through calls to potential new customers.
• Intermediate computer skills to enter sales orders and cash transactions into company software.
• Experience and/or interest in periodically assisting warehouse personnel in loading and unloading trucks using forklift.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• High School degree or GED. College courses are a plus.
• Bilingual English and Spanish a plus.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL

Our Warehouse personnel are an important part to distributing our products. We are a wholesale distributor of building materials selling residential and commercial roofing products, and we are seeking a Warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. You can learn our building products business and grow with us.

The Warehouse person will properly and safely stock our roofing materials in our warehouse, pull inventory for customer pick-ups, use a forklift to unload inventory from incoming delivery trucks and load our trucks for jobsite deliveries. You will insure accurate counts of inventory as it comes in and goes out, rotate stock and properly handle any damaged materials. Be part of a team, because we have a ''team-first'' attitude. Work Monday through Friday, and opportunity for overtime on weekdays and Saturdays during the busy season.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience working in a warehouse, distribution center, shipping and receiving department, or similar environment.
• Driving a forklift in this type of setting is a plus or we will help you get certified.
• Must have basic math skills for inventory counts; and English verbal and written skills to be able to read purchase orders and communicate with team members.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs. repeatedly each day.
• High School degree or GED.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

ROOFTOP LOADER

Utilize your strength and reach new heights as a Rooftop Loader for us. We are a wholesale distributor of building materials selling residential and commercial roofing products and we are seeking a full-time Rooftop Loader to work in a safe environment with positive people. You can learn our building products business in this role and grow with us as a driver, warehouse, operations or salesperson.

Rooftop Loader will support the Driver at the Branch, by loading the truck and riding with the Driver to the job site to unload the building materials safely and efficiently. The roofing materials will be unloaded onto the roof of the building with attention paid to the Roofing Contractors' needs and the homeowners' property. There is opportunity to learn about our industry, new equipment, and our business operations.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience and interest working in a physically-demanding, labor-intensive position lifting up to 100 lbs. properly and repeatedly on a daily basis.
• Will be working on roofs and must not have a fear of heights.
• Must have basic math skills for inventory counts; and English verbal and written communication skills to be able to read purchase orders and communicate with team members.
• High School degree or GED.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• Prior roofing industry experience a plus.
• Work Monday through Friday and opportunity for overtime during the busy season.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

TERRITORY MANAGER

Sell for roofing and building products as an outside sales person. We provide teamwork, support and autonomy to our sales team. You can develop your territory, build lasting business relationships and earn a base pay with uncapped commissions and more. In our industry, we sell to repeat customers (mostly contractors and builders), which will allow you to use your relationship selling skills to build a large pipeline of business, leading to your steady and increasing income potential.

The Territory Manager's primary role is to call upon new and existing customers and develop new business opportunities in the local roofing, general contractor and home builder markets. The sales person will coordinate closely with our inside sales support team and our vendors to plan and execute the promotion of products and services to our customers. The development and execution of a detailed annual sales plan will also be a critical requirement for this position.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Prior success selling roofing and/or building products in a B2B environment. Prior success means managing a multi-million dollar territory. You must be able to demonstrate how you increased your territory, year-over-year and will do the same here.
• Have a passion for being a business partner to our customers and give them the tools and products needed to increase their sales and earnings.
• Requires a person who is a self-starter, and has great organization and communication skills.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation for local travel in your territory. There might be occasional travel to the corporate office in McKinney, TX.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

DISPATCHER

A Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching the drivers to job-sites, assisting our walk-in customers and helping them over the phone. Depending on the workload, Dispatchers assume many of the same responsibilities as our Inside Sales Associates and have the added responsibility of coordinating deliveries efficiently.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience dispatching in a warehouse setting with deliveries to job sites, preferably in the building products industry.
• High level of familiarity of the area and have the ability to route safely and effectively.
• Experience assisting customers with purchasing needs, either walk-ins or over the phone.
• Experience and/or interest in developing new sales opportunities through calls to potential new customers.
• Intermediate computer skills to enter sales orders and cash transactions into company software.
• Assist warehouse personnel in loading and unloading trucks using forklift.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• High School degree or GED. College courses are a plus.
• Bilingual English and Spanish a plus.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Operations Manager will manage the daily warehouse operations of the facility by supervising the drivers and warehouse staff and assist our customers on the phone and in-person.

• Supervise drivers, dispatcher and warehouse operations to include guiding, assigning and training personnel to receive, store and distribute building material.
• Dispatch or oversee the dispatching of trucks for timely and accurate delivery of product to job sites.
• Oversee the daily operations of the warehouse to insure that orders are pulled timely and accurately and that they are loaded and unloaded for the vendor or customer promptly.
• Assist warehouse personnel in loading and unloading trucks using forklift
• Manage all phases of inventory control to include purchasing, weekly cycle counts, pricing, review and disposition of damaged and outdated stock. Other duties include order processing, day-end balancing, and assisting with all other areas of running the branch.
• Insure branch is safety compliant and operating within the standards of the company by  conducting safety audits and meetings.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of tractors, trailers, and forklifts.
• Track and administer hours worked for drivers and warehouse staff.

• Experience running the operations and working in a warehouse, distribution center, shipping and receiving department, or similar environment with similar responsibilities.
• Working in the roofing industry is a plus.
• Driving a forklift in this type of setting is a plus or we will help you get certified.
• High level of familiarity of the area and have the ability to route safely and effectively.
• Must have basic math skills for inventory counts; and English verbal and written skills to be able to read purchase orders and communicate with team members.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs. repeatedly each day.
• Possesses a Class A or B license with at least one year of verifiable driving experience is a plus.
• High School degree or GED. College courses are a plus.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Our Warehouse personnel are an important part to distributing our products. We are a wholesale distributor of building materials selling residential and commercial roofing products, and we are seeking a Warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people.

The Warehouse Manager will manage the daily operations of the facility and supervise the drivers and warehouse staff. The ideal Warehouse Manager will lead this team with energy, professionalism and an urgency to complete tasks:

• Supervise the drivers, dispatcher and warehouse operations to include guiding, assigning and training personnel to receive, store and distribute building material, and may drive when needed.
• Oversee the daily operations of the warehouse to insure that orders are pulled timely and accurately and that they are loaded and unloaded for the vendor or customer promptly.
• Oversee the dispatching of trucks for timely and accurate delivery of product to worksites.
• Manage the inventory. The supervisor will be responsible for managing all phases of inventory control to include purchasing, weekly cycle counts, pricing, review and disposition of damaged and outdated stock. Other duties include order processing, day-end balancing, and assisting with all other areas of running the branch.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Experience managing and working in a warehouse, distribution center, shipping and receiving department, or similar environment with similar responsibilities.
• Working in the roofing industry is a plus.
• Driving a forklift in this type of setting is a plus or we will help you get certified.
• Must have basic math skills for inventory counts; and English verbal and written skills to be able to read purchase orders and communicate with team members.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs. repeatedly each day.
• Possesses a Class A or B license with at least one year of verifiable driving experience is a plus.
• High School degree or GED.
• Be reliable, safe and a team player.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

The SRS Distribution Inc. Management Training Program is designed to be a hands-on program, where you will learn and make contributions on your first day! You will have full access to everyone at the branch, while mentored by a team of people, even up to your Senior VP. Your goal is to learn all aspects of our business, culture, and core values, so that you can rise to the position of Branch Manager and beyond. We have a dedicated Talent Management team working with you and your mentors so that your experience is like no other in the industry.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Bachelor's degree with strong academic achievements and work ethic.
• Will relocate for promotions to advance career.
• Ready for a hands-on, in depth 1-to 2-year program at a distribution center.
• Interest in managing a multimillion-dollar operation or a sales role.
• Career Path: Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Territory Manager.

Management Trainees will be hands-on from day one as you learn every position in the branch. Other training will consist of individual coaching, conference calls, webinars, online courses, and a 2-week training class in Dallas, TX a few months after you start. At corporate, you will meet the people who support you and the branches and our executive team, learn valuable information from industry legends, and add key sales and management skills to help you shine. It's here where you will also meet other Management Trainees from across the U.S.

The Management Trainee Program is designed to last approximately 1 to 2 years. Each person and branch is different and thus the suggested assignments and time lines may vary. You will gain knowledge and experience regarding how to manage a multimillion-dollar SRS distribution center, by mastering the following subject areas such as; product knowledge, software, fleet and safety, warehouse operations, human resources, financial performance, sales administration, supply chain, transportation, and sales.

Your goal is to be promoted to Assistant Branch Manager or Operations Manager first, or right into managing a small branch as a Branch Manager. As a Branch Manager, you will act like a CEO and manage and grow a branch of your own by developing your people; building relationships with your staff, customers, and vendors; creating a plan for your branch; forecasting and managing a budget; selling our products; and being a visible member in the community. All with the support of a strong management team and a supportive corporate staff. You will be required to work smart and have fun along the way.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Outstanding person in possession of a Bachelor's Degree or graduate by the summer of 2018. We prefer a major in Business, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, Finance, Management, Operations, or similar major.
• Work experiences with a notably strong work ethic and exceptional references. Any work experience that shows your interest in management or distribution will help you stand out with us.
• Academic record and aptitude for learning. We would like to see a 3.0 GPA or higher, though we have a great understanding for students who work part-time or full-time while attending school.
• Skills: computer, strategy, organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Roles in leadership positions and/or teams in school and at work.
• Personable with a track record of building strong and lasting relationships with others.
• People open to relocate to a city to train and then again when promoted. 
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

MBA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Our MBA Leadership Development Program is a comprehensive program to take a leadership role in operations or a strategic, corporate role. You will have direct access to multiple leaders and teams across the U.S. and in the corporate office.

The program will involve working in multiple corporate functions such as; Finance and Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, Marketing, Pricing, Fleet & Safety, Information Technology, Human Resources and Procurement. During this time you will work on projects and operational processes, which you will have a key role in establishing and implementing, will be determined, based on your skill set and what SRS' needs are. The program also includes working in a branch and learning all of the operations of a multimillion-dollar distribution center. Some have opened a ''greenfield'' branch, participated in an acquisition, worked in a branch after during an event, and other situations to prepare you for a leadership role at SRS.

This opportunity will be customized for each individual by what expertise you bring with you and what more you need to know to excel. We value flexibility and high-achievers, so we promise to always keep you moving and learning here. Your starting work location will be in McKinney, TX for the corporate rotations. The geographic area after that is the 41 states where we have distribution centers and whichever states we acquire or open branches.

SRS believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

• Recent MBA or Master's degree from a top or middle-tiered business/engineering school with a focus on Finance, Strategy, Operations, Business or Entrepreneurship. Preferably with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience and measurable achievements before or after your advanced degree.
• Skills: Microsoft Office, strategy, business processes, organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Roles in leadership positions and/or teams in school and at work.
• Personable with a track record of building strong and lasting relationships with others.
• Flexibility with relocation within the United States. Okay to have a regional preference.
• Ability and willingness to lift building materials on occasion.
• Embrace the mindset of the ''Make Money and Have Fun!'' culture.
• Have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship for any length of time.
• Able to pass criminal and driving background check and a pre-employment drug test.

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