Director, Subsidiary Operations

Make a difference.

Graybar Electric Company, Inc., is seeking a Director, Subsidiary Operations to act as the liaison between corporate and subsidiary leadership teams, providing strategic guidance on achieving business objectives and ensuring seamless integration and alignment with the parent company.  This role will collaborate across all disciplines (Sales, Operations, Finance, IT, HR, etc.) to address daily operational challenges, recommend policies and goals, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

In this role you will:

• Develop and implement corporate integration strategies for subsidiaries, ensuring effective coordination and direction for cross-functional activities.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across disciplines to direct integration activities, resolve issues, and oversee change management processes.
• Oversee subsidiaries’ strategic planning, ensuring alignment with corporate vision, subsidiary goals, and relevant business trends in the marketplace.
• Identify and capitalize on operational improvement opportunities to drive efficiencies and create synergies with the corporate structure.
• Facilitate information sharing and best practices across subsidiaries, promoting growth strategies and resource planning.
• Drive alignment across subsidiaries and with parent company on matters pertaining to supplier relationships and purchasing and rebate agreements.
• Assess and address training needs, connecting subsidiaries with necessary resources and industry organizations to address knowledge gaps.
• Monitor financial performance and key metrics related to inventory management, staffing, operating expenses, and capital expenditures, providing strategic advice for improvements.
• Travel to subsidiaries regularly to build and maintain relationships with management, key employees, customers, and suppliers.

What you bring to the table: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in the wholesale distribution industry.
• Knowledge of wholesale distribution industry
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles
• Proven track record of success in driving financial performance.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of driving growth, leading organizational change and delivering measurable results.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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