SHAFFER DISTRIBUTING

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We're curious, are you a leader who thrives on unifying a team, running a business, and genuinely caring about the people you work with? Are you an experienced manager with a customer-focused mindset and operations skillset? If you're passionate about processes, a great communicator, and able to balance humility with high performance, we want to talk to you! We are looking for a talented and versatile professional to lead our Shaffer Distributing division.

Our ideal Division Leader is:

• A Galvanizer. Someone who energizes, motivates, and balances the team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Open-Minded & Compassionate. Approaching challenges with an open mind, demonstrating empathy and compassion in leadership.
• A Great Communicator. Effectively conveying ideas, listening actively, and ensuring clarity in communication.
• Process-Oriented: Meticulous and focused on optimizing workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Charismatic: Charismatic individuals effortlessly engage and inspire others through their compelling and charming presence.

Our Division Leader is someone who elevates the team through passion, genuine leadership, and living our core values. At Shaffer Distributing, you will be a catalyst for positive change, leading with authenticity and dedication. Your impact will go beyond operational efficiency – it will contribute to a workplace where everyone thrives, fostering innovation, growth, and a harmonious team spirit. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and dynamic environment, we look forward to welcoming you to Shaffer Distributing!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to…

• Accountability for the operating results of the entire Shaffer Distributing division
• Galvanize the division leadership team and department teams through exceptional Leadership, Management, and Accountability skills.
• Establish and maintain the divisional structure and strategy.
• Ensure alignment between teams, including Sales, Ops, and Finance.
• Build trust and foster open/honest transparency in team meetings.
• Create coaching/mentoring opportunities for team members and their people.
• Organize the team for optimal performance and ensure all are aligned with the company’s direction and goals.
• Lead the rollout of divisional core processes from sales and account management through supply chain and logistics.
• Challenge conventional methods to enhance efficiency and manage organizational changes effectively.
• Cultivate a team environment where individuals see themselves as vital contributors.
• Address and resolve people issues, solving problems independently while managing upwards.

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** This is an onsite, in-person position based in Columbus, OH with occasional travel to customer locations, industry tradeshows, and company offices**

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QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 3+ years of Operations experience
• 3+ years of B2B sales or B2B Account Management experience
• Significant experience managing people in a small to mid-size business
• Progressive promotion path within an organization

Preferred:

• Experience building out a new department or scaling a department for growth
• Variety in career path
• Expertise in supply chain and/or logistics
• Previous role as a strategic decision maker in a B2B organization
• Managerial experience in an organization using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)

Desired:

• Success in selling or managing large customer projects
• Technical experience in utilizing an ERP or CRM system
• High financial aptitude, including solid understanding of a P&L

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THE COMPANY - SHAFFER DISTRIBUTING

Shaffer Distributing, established 95 years ago, stands as a national leader in the family entertainment center, arcade and vending equipment distribution industry. As a relationship-focused company, we have earned a superior reputation with major industry customers, vendors, and competitors. With a solid foundation and a growth mindset, we've witnessed significant growth in the last 5 years. Our success is rooted in our people, who have created a family-oriented, transparent, and caring environment. We cherish longevity, value work/life balance, and take pride in doing the job right. At Shaffer Distributing, we care deeply about our people and customers, and we live by our core values.

WHY SHAFFER DISTRIBUTING

• We care about our people and we care about what we do
• We are a family-owned company with a family environment
• You will have the autonomy to contribute and act like an owner
• We build transparent and respectful relationships with vendors and customers
• We have a strong focus on high accountability while balancing your personal life
• We have created a positive and empowering work culture
• We place emphasis on personal and professional growth We are a high-performing company with long term stability

OUR CORE VALUES

CARE: We are a family business, and our relationships matter.

ATTITUDE: We bring positive energy.

RESPONSIBLE: We do what we say we will do.

EXCELLENCE: We take pride in getting the job done right.

SALARY: $175K - $200K + a discretionary, performance-based bonus structure

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 9 paid holidays, PTO, Bereavement Leave, Volunteer Day, Disability Insurance, Ancillary Coverage, 401K and Profit-Sharing Plan, Employee Referral Program, 529 Savings Plan option

** Fuel Your Future: Shaffer Distributing Welcomes You to Lead with Passion, Grow with Purpose, and Belong to a Family of Success. Apply Today!**