Zone Manager

Looking to work for the best in the industry?
Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 440 Sales Centers in 13 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Tile, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Why join POOLCORP?
We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement, with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and innovation, and we strive to foster a family-oriented, hometown culture that is supported by our strong, stable, and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So, end your job search here – at POOLCORP – Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits? You’ve got it! Our generous benefits package includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs

• 401 (k) with generous company match

• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Employee Discounts and much more!

Location: SPP Atlanta South 444A - 4555 Best Road, College Park, GA 30337 or SCP Atlanta 13 - 6840 Barton Rd, Morrow, GA 30260

What to Expect?

The Zone Manager exercises complete responsibility for developing and managing two business operations that increases sales, profitability, market share, and customer and employee satisfaction.

What You Will Do:

• Manages at least two branch managers within a zone and adjusts sales goals and procedures as appropriate for each sales center based on goals set for the region.

• Assesses local market conditions, identifies current and prospective sales opportunities and develops forecasts, financial objectives and business plans for the branches.

• Researches, analyzes and implements strategic and marketing plans and recommends desirable changes in the policies and goals of the branches and the organization.

• Grows the business through new product development, complementary product development, and new customer and market development.

• Assumes responsibility for branches’ P&L to meet branch, region and corporate profitability goals and objectives. Conducts monthly reviews of branch P&L with branch managers and regional managers.

• Interacts with customers to develop customer relationships and to ensure that all requirements are being met.

• Hires, develops and evaluates employees to achieve corporate and personal objectives.

• Complies with equal employment opportunity laws, regulations and company policies related to discrimination in hiring, firing, promotion and compensation.

• Responsible for safeguarding all company assets including inventory, cash, equipment, vehicles and facilities.

• Implements and monitors all company policies and procedures for safe, efficient branch operations.

• Participates actively in community, business and industry organizations to build a network of contacts that improve the presence and reputation of the branches and company in the assigned geographic region.

• Follows high ethical standards and complies with all government regulations.

• Maintains proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required.

• Business travel up to 40% of time.

• Performs any directly related appropriate duties assigned by the regional manager.

• Other non-essential job duties may be assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree or ten years distribution experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions. 

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered “safety-sensitive” and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.