Division Vice President
Genuine Parts Company
BIRMINGHAM, AL · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
SUMMARY: The Division VP provides leadership, guidance, and support, ensuring achievement of operational and financial objectives for the branches and shops within the division.
JOB DUTIES: • Sets the sales strategy and growth plan for a Division and ensures the execution. • Supervises the sales and operational performance of up to 15 branches. • Recruits and develops Branch Managers to oversee and optimize sales and operations in each market. • Reports to a Group Executive who helps with direction, prioritization, and resolution of key issues. • Implements corporate initiatives, policies, and procedures to support the overall direction of Motion Industries. • Collaborates to identify and secure new business opportunities and improve operational effectiveness. • Plans, organizes, allocates resources and directs the day-to-day operations of the division. • Covers all aspects of sales, account management, training, and sales support. • Develops sales plans and budgets for achieving sales goals. • Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a bachelor's degree and fifteen (15) or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Fifteen or more years of experience with Motion Industries in branch management, corporate accounts, or a combination of both required. • Strong analytical, mathematics and project management skills required. • Strong business and financial acumen. • Ability to influence and motivate. • Ability to provide effective performance coaching and feedback. • Excellent communication skills. • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: More than 10 Direct Reports More than 10 Indirect Reports
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes
COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
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