Report focuses on driver and warehouse worker pay levels, plus hiring and retention strategies.
November 3, 2021
The American Supply Association recently published the first of two special industry compensation studies. The first study, which focuses on driver and warehouse worker compensation levels, plus also dives into inside and outside sales positions and showroom sales personnel, covers the time period of June 1 through Aug. 31, 2021.
However, month-to-month sales numbers warrant watching going forward.
November 3, 2021
Respondents to ASA’s monthly sales report enjoyed a median sales increase of 19.3% for September 2021 vs. September 2020. Worth watching going forward, in comparison to the previous month — September 2021 vs. August 2021 — respondents reported a decline in median sales of -3.0%.
Group reports 34% increase in first nine months of 2021.
November 1, 2021
AD is reporting member sales in the first nine months of 2021 were $44 billion, an increase of 34% across its 13 divisions and three countries. Same-store sales were up 19%. Member companies’ purchases from AD supplier partners grew 31%. Net distributions to its members were up 41%.
It’s easy to rest on your laurels when things are going well. Some may not think to stretch your organization out of fear that you will get in the way of a “good thing.” Remember the old adage — “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”
Eastern Industrial Supplies announced that its 2021 Eastern Cares Charity Classic was a phenomenal success. All of the net proceeds from the tournament – $71,381.42 – were donated to Teleios Ministry and will be used to house, educate and support the children in the care of the Daily Bread Life Children’s Home in Tanzania.
There’s no better way for distributors, manufacturers and reps to strengthen relationships than to gather together and discuss the most hard-hitting topics facing the PHCP-PVF supply chain today. In August, ASA’s Emerging Leaders’ division annual conference, EMERGE, did just that, providing both scheduled and free-time networking opportunities for the under-40 crowd.
Shannon will be responsible for creating and executing commercial and mechanical programs for the region’s contractors and improving Northeastern’s engagement into the commercial, mechanical and plumbing market.
Hirsch Pipe & Supply announced it has acquired Hemet Valley Pipe & Supply. This is the twenty-fifth Hirsch Pipe & Supply store in Southern California and the first store in Riverside County.
Dakota Supply Group (DSG) announced plans to open a new branch in Burnsville, Minnesota, in March 2022. It will be DSG’s thirteenth location in Minnesota and its 46th across six states. The new facility will be located at 250 River Ridge Circle North in Burnsville with convenient access from Interstate 35W and Highway 13.