Propane Branch Manager

Overview

American Welding and Gas, Inc.

- Silvertip Propane Division has an exciting career opportunity for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our team as the Branch Manager in our Billings, MT location.

The Branch Manager is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the branch, including sales, distribution, and production with P&L responsibilities.

• Competitive pay structure
• Collaborative team environment
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits with no waiting period
• Company paid Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Company paid Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• (8) Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

• Coordinate propane deliveries to residential and commercial customers
• Resolve any customer, sales or operational issues or inquiries and resolve in a manner that enhances customer satisfaction
• Accurately complete and submit all sales-related paperwork (e.g., shippers, invoices, tank audits, month-end reports, cash reconciliations, deposits, etc.) in a timely manner
• Participate in the preparation of market and competitor information and annual sales analysis and forecast
• Manage all branch personnel in accordance with company policies by hiring, training, motivating, planning and directing work, providing performance feedback, developing associates and resolving associate issues
• Coordinate sales promotion activities by maintaining and stocking merchandise and displaying it so that it is attractive to customers. Maintain a clean and attractive store
• Responsible for timely and quality performance appraisals of assigned personnel
• Work in accordance with all policies and procedures and rules as prescribed by State and Federal governments
• Evaluate and monitor day-to-day activities of the branch to ensure cost effective operations and make changes to ensure same when required
• Lead and promote safety; organize safety meetings and strictly enforce safety rules
• Sell profitable sales growth to new and existing opportunities
• Other duties may be assigned

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Previous management experience required
• Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders;
  Lift 50-75 pounds frequently and maneuver 100+ pound cylinders (rolling, using a cart, etc.)
• Intermediate level computer skills
• A team player who takes ownership, creates solutions and drives for results to get the job done
• Excellent communicator who expresses consistency in words and actions, communicates directly and honestly
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
• Strong leadership and relationship development skills
• Pleasant, professional, and courteous personality
• Strong administrative skills: organized, efficient, and versatile
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Goal oriented and self-motivated

American Welding & Gas is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases as well as a provider of all your welding supply needs. We are a family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida.

With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality.

American Welding & Gas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.