Director - Lighting Products Distribution
Summary
| Title: | Director - Lighting Products Distribution |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1143 |
| Department: | Office |
| Location: | 5107 Kissell Avenue, Altoona PA 16601 |
Description
Director - LCN
(Lighting Products Distribution)
Blair Companies is actively seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of LCN, Blair’s LED Certified Network of distributors, suppliers and installers for its various LED products. Located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Blair Companies is a recognized leader in the design, production and installation of signage, millwork, architectural facades, electronic displays and lighting systems for a customer base of prominent national and international accounts.
Reporting to the President, the individual in this role will have full responsibility for establishing, training, managing and servicing a national distribution network for Blair’s LED-based lighting products and its electronic message centers. Network members purchase these products from Blair Companies for resale to end users while offering installation and related services.
Initially, the Director will identify, qualify and train LCN prospects from Blair’s established group of installation partners who currently work with Blair on signage and millwork contracts. The Director will subsequently expand the pool of LCN candidates from other sources.
Candidates must have a strong background in sales and customer service coupled with excellent organizational skills and communication ability. Candidates should hold a bachelors degree, preferably in marketing, management or a related field. Credible experience working in the area of sales, product distribution or logistics is expected, and familiarity with lighting products or signage will be a plus.
The position is based at Blair’s corporate headquarters in Altoona, PA. Exceptional candidates will be considered who may work from an office location proximate to Altoona. It offers excellent benefits, salary commensurate with career accomplishments, a performance-based bonus plan, an incentive program based on LCN volume, and a comprehensive relocation package. It represents an outstanding career opportunity with an established, ambitious organization. See www.blaircompanies.com for additional information.
---------------(Lighting Products Distribution)
Blair Companies is actively seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of LCN, Blair’s LED Certified Network of distributors, suppliers and installers for its various LED products. Located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Blair Companies is a recognized leader in the design, production and installation of signage, millwork, architectural facades, electronic displays and lighting systems for a customer base of prominent national and international accounts.
Reporting to the President, the individual in this role will have full responsibility for establishing, training, managing and servicing a national distribution network for Blair’s LED-based lighting products and its electronic message centers. Network members purchase these products from Blair Companies for resale to end users while offering installation and related services.
Initially, the Director will identify, qualify and train LCN prospects from Blair’s established group of installation partners who currently work with Blair on signage and millwork contracts. The Director will subsequently expand the pool of LCN candidates from other sources.
Candidates must have a strong background in sales and customer service coupled with excellent organizational skills and communication ability. Candidates should hold a bachelors degree, preferably in marketing, management or a related field. Credible experience working in the area of sales, product distribution or logistics is expected, and familiarity with lighting products or signage will be a plus.
The position is based at Blair’s corporate headquarters in Altoona, PA. Exceptional candidates will be considered who may work from an office location proximate to Altoona. It offers excellent benefits, salary commensurate with career accomplishments, a performance-based bonus plan, an incentive program based on LCN volume, and a comprehensive relocation package. It represents an outstanding career opportunity with an established, ambitious organization. See www.blaircompanies.com for additional information.
Thank you for your interest in applying with Blair Companies. Before you fill out this application, please read through some general information below regarding benefits, policies, and compensation information.
WHAT DOES BLAIR DO?
Since its inception as Central Blair Electric in 1959, Blair Companies has expanded into 21 diverse businesses, including the Image Group with signs, fixtures, logistics and architectural imaging; the Development Group with electrical, construction, coal resources and real estate; and the Venture Group, with stakes in a wide variety of local businesses. Blair's nearly 2000 associates are heavily concentrated in Central PA, and together serve the largest companies around the world. We believe our greatest asset is our hard-working loyal team of local people. With a view of four generations and growing, we see our company and community as a deeply intertwined family.
Our Image Group main manufacturing plant is located in Altoona, PA, however we have offices in other parts of the country. We also have a business relationship with partners in Germany, Australia, and China. We have approximately 325 employees, on two or three shifts. We provide the following products and services:
- Interior and exterior signage
- Fixtures and Millwork
- Lighting and Logistics
- Architectural Imaging
- Project Management
- Permit Procurement
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Installation and Service
We strive at Blair Companies to create a culture that provides ongoing rewards and career opportunities for our employees. Feedback from our employees has demonstrated that there are many more things within a job that contribute to employee satisfaction other than strictly the compensation. Does the employee feel there are opportunities for advancement? Does he or she feel respected? Does the company provide benefits that are meaningful to the employee and enriches their lives? Does the employee have a supervisor who supports them? All these, and more, contribute to overall satisfaction. With this in mind, please see below for a brief overview of the benefits and policies that exist at Blair:
Drugs and Alcohol
Blair does not tolerate drugs and alcohol on the premises, or the use of either while working. We have the following polices in place: Pre-Employment Testing, Post-Accident Testing , Reasonable Suspicion Testing, CDL Driver Testing, Random Screening
Health Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment. Blair shares cost of premium for family or individual coverage.
Life Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment. Company funded life insurance, with the option to sign up for additional insurance paid for by the employee. Includes spouse and children also.
Flexible Spending Account
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment. Reimburses employees for qualifying healthcare and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Paid Leave
Blair provides Paid Leave to regular, full-time and part-time employees based upon their length of service with the Company. Employees may use accrued Paid Leave for vacation, personal business or time off for a personal health condition in accordance with established policy.
Paid Holidays
Eligible after 90 days of employment. Up to 9 paid holidays for regular, full time and part time employees.
Retirement Plan
Eligible after one year of employment. Employees can contribute up to 15% of salary. Plan includes various, self-directed investment options. Blair matches 1:3 of the first 6% of salary contributed. Eligible to participate after one year of employment.
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