Careers at Behler-Young Company

Welcome to Careers at Behler-Young. Behler-Young employs over 160 associates among a Corporate Office, Distribution Center and 15 Branch locations in Michigan and Northwest Ohio.

Company Profile
Employment Policy
Employee Benefits
Job Openings

Company Profile

Behler-Young Company was founded in 1926 and is Michigan's largest wholesale distributor of Heating, Cooling and Refrigeration products. We have had a long and successful history and enjoy a national reputation as a progressive HVAC/R distributor. Our mission is to satisfy the needs of HVAC/R and related customers through wholesale distribution. We strive to be, and to be viewed as, the highest-value provider of such products and services in the markets in which we choose to compete. Our vision is to dominate our market for HVAC/R products and services. We will provide high quality products and value-added services at a premium price and earn an upper quartile return on sales. The major resource behind our success will be our high performance team of associates who will share in the financial benefits of this success. Our goal is to be the #1 supplier in Michigan to the HVAC/R contractor and the best place for our associates to work.

Why become a BEHLER-YOUNG associate?

  • Behler-Young is honest and ethical in all of its business dealings.
  • Behler-Young provides a competitive wage and benefit package, including profit sharing.
  • Behler-Young provides opportunity for growth and development within each position, as well as opportunities for promotion from within.
  • Behler-Young is the largest distributor of heating and cooling products throughout Michigan and Northwest Ohio; we are a recognized leader in the HVAC/R distribution business.
     

Employment Policy

It is the policy of Behler-Young Company that applications for employment are only accepted when there is an open and listed job vacancy. The only exception that will be made to this policy involves people who have specialized HVAC/R experience. We will accept, on an on-going basis, applications from candidates who have administrative HVAC/R experience, sales HVAC/R experience or technical HVAC/R experience. The reason for this exception is that candidates with applicable HVAC/R experience are difficult to find and we feel that we must maintain a bank of qualified candidates. These HVAC/R applications and resumes will remain active for one year from the date they are received.

Behler-Young will not accept applications on a walk-in basis nor accept unsolicited resumes other than the exception listed above. Therefore, people sending in unsolicited resumes will not be considered job applicants with Behler-Young.

It is also the policy of Behler-Young Company to (1) recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals into any and all job positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, height, weight, national origin, age, marital status, non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and (2) make employment decisions that comply with the applicable statutes and regulations.

The Company also complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and must verify that all potential employees are legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not otherwise discriminate against a person because of citizenship status.

Employee Benefits

Behler-Young Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Incentive Programs
  • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k Retirement & Profit Sharing Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training & Development

In addition to the above benefits, Behler-Young offers a friendly, family oriented environment where the owners truly care about the associates. Each and every person employed by the Company is an integral part of our team. We all work together to satisfy the needs of our customers (both internal and external).

Thank you for your interest in Behler-Young…a rewarding place to work!

Job Openings

Branch Manager - Warren Branch

Position Description

The Branch Manager will provide Professional Leadership in all aspect of branch management to include Market Development, Sales Strategy Execution, Operational Excellence and the Management of Inside Sales, Customer Service and Warehouse staff, to drive growth in our Warren Branch.

Responsibilities

  • Drive branch profitability by balancing customer needs with branch efficiencies.
  • Develop a strong working knowledge of strategic objectives, and product and services offered.
  • Foster an engaged, empowered, motivated work force focused on continuous improvement and achievement of strategic objectives.
  • Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching to associates.
  • Monitor local market trends, develop and execute strategies to grow local market share and aggressively pursue business opportunities.
  • Initiate and build customer relationships with existing and new customers.
  • Monitor customer service levels, resolve local service issues, and take action to assure service excellence.
  • Drive implementation of sales and marketing programs at the branch level. Recommend adjustments to programs based on branch performance compared to goals and manage the improvement process.
  • Act as liaison to functional leadership to ensure customer satisfaction and problem resolution.
  • Interface with leadership on tactical strategies for improving the cost and operational aspects of the facility.
  • Work closely with vendors to maximize sales and increase profitability.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years P & L responsibility for a large branch operation in an HVAC/R, Electrical, Building Products or related Wholesale Distribution environment.
  • Experience in developing strategies to increase sales, customer service and operating efficiencies.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong, effective relationships with customers and functional group.
  • Ability to focus and manage multiple priorities and motivate a large team.
  • Strong competency in the following skill areas: leadership, communication, management and people development, analytical, problem solving, decision making and strategic thinking.
  • Proficient in various software applications including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and the Internet.
     

For confidential consideration, please email your resume and salary history/requirements to: careers@behler-young.com

Or mail to:

Behler-Young Company
Human Resources Dept. BMW
4900 Clyde Park SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49509-0946

No Phone Calls Please / Equal Opportunity Employer 

Counter Sales - SE Michigan

This position will be responsible providing exceptional customer service both face-to-face and over the phone.

Responsibilities 

  • Sales & order processing
  • Warehouse assistance
  • Misc. administrative duties

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 yrs HVAC/R experience and/or technical training
  • Customer service and warehouse experience
  • Counter Sales experience with an HVAC/R distributor and proficiency with computers preferred

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in person between 7:30am and 4:30pm at any of our SE Michigan branch locations.

Or send resume to: careers@behler-young.com

No Phone Calls Please / Equal Opportunity Employer

Product Manager

Reporting to the Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Operations, the Product Manager will provide comprehensive coverage of Bryant Residential equipment, accessories and supplies, Payne and other misc. lines.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Interface with vendors on introduction of new products and sales of ongoing products.
  • Manage vendor relationships negotiating best product cost, marketing funds, promotional programs, incentives and rebates.
  • Develop awareness of B-Y competitiveness in field through regular interaction with customers, vendor reps, and B-Y associates. Respond to adverse competitive situations.
  • Determine product pricing strategies in conjunction with pricing manager.
  • Interface with B-Y Associates on product-related questions and trouble-shooting issues. Work with Customer Assurance and training resources; develop and facilitate training as necessary.
  • Develop marketing plans/promotional programs and lead new product launches for assigned product lines.
  • Bring new product recommendations and product merchandising proposals to the Sales & Marketing Committee; work with marketing manager with implementing approved plans.
  • Lead annual product line planning process for B-Y, including sales/gross margin/net profit forecasting, promotion scheduling, associate and customer training, and progress monitoring; develop and manage an operating expense budget.
  • Determine optimum stocking strategy (item selection and location) in conjunction with purchasing in order to achieve corporate inventory goals; spearhead disposal of surplus inventory.

Skills & Requirements

  • College degree or equivalent experience, with a minimum of five years product management experience, including superior marketing and promotional experience with key product lines, preferably in an HVAC wholesale distribution environment.
  • Knowledge of the technical aspects of HVAC products preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills; demonstrated negotiating ability and problem solving skills; demonstrated leadership skills including the ability to build strong relationships.
  • Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written as well as strong presentation and facilitation skills; ability to handle multiple projects/efforts simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, the Internet and local networking; PowerPoint and Outlook experience preferred.
  • The ability to travel to customer sites as well as to off-site meetings or training.

For confidential consideration, please email your resume and salary history/requirements to: careers@behler-young.com

Or mail to:

Behler-Young Company
Human Resources Dept. SSW
4900 Clyde Park SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49509-0946

No Phone Calls Please / Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Individuals with HVAC/R experience only, may submit your resume by clicking on the following link:

careers@behler-young.com