Branch Manager

Branch Manager – Richards Building Supply Co.

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Richards Building Supply, a full-service, family‑owned building supply center located in Danbury, CT, is currently looking for an experienced Branch Manager with a professional, energetic, and creative demeanor to lead our growing team.

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Manage daily branch operations while maintaining full, complete accurate books and records for all business at the location.
• Appoint and dismiss employees of the company as well as temporary employment contracted to assist the business through partnered agencies.
• Supervise employees and delegate effectively through key positions.
• Oversee and monitor branch sales, product mark‑ups and profit budgets to ensure branch actual performance achieves objectives.
• Monitor cost of all expenses and seek opportunity to reduce costs through but not limited to labor, inventory and accounts receivables.
• Observe quality control of products stocked, maintain appropriate inventory levels and introduce new products offered to customers.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with current and potential customers and suppliers.
• Monitor competitive conditions in the area and recommend changes as necessary to meet the needs of the competing market.
• Partner with Area Manager to develop and implement strategic sales plans that ensure long‑term market share and profitability growth.
• Ensure professional store appearance and function while maintaining and safeguarding Company’s Confidential Information.
• Stay abreast of product updates and changes within the industry.
• Supervise, manage, and direct the selection, training, development, appraisal and work assignments of employees.
• Prepare, execute and post government‑required compliance forms.

• Participate in proactive team efforts in assigned company branch and affiliate branches to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.
• Facilitate quality assurance system through “We need Your Ideas!”.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumferences, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram from and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficient personal computer skills of electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and delegate assignments.
• Light physical activity performing non‑strenuous daily activities of a production/technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Forklift certification or similar equipment experience demonstrating proficiency.
• Minimum overnight travel, up to 10%.

• 20 PAID DAYS OFF (includes PTO, Holidays and Family‑Focused Company Closure between Christmas and New Years).
• Bonus Incentive program as well as Holiday bonuses and other bonus opportunities!
• Competitive Hourly Rate with great OT potential during peak season hours.
• Flexible work/life balanced hours, home every night and typical schedule Monday‑Friday 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
• Significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD & D benefit plans.
• Additional voluntary benefit options available including Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness and Cancer plans as well as additional Life and AD & D benefit policies.
• 401K program with a best‑in‑industry company match.
• Opportunity for career advancement.
• Family owned, operated and focused company!

It’s more than a job, it is your Career! Submit your resume today to join our exciting and growing family.