Branch Manager III

Overview

R Branch Manager III (Open)

Location:

Warwick Branch, RI - Retail shop

Airgas is hiring for a Branch Manager in Warwick Branch, RI. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

• Guides and supports the day-to-day branch retail operations including safety, retail sales, warehousing, and distribution.
• Empowers and coordinates a team consisting of Counter Sales, Warehouse, Drivers, and Customer Service employees.
• Reviews production schedules and estimates team-hour requirements for the successful completion of job assignments. Maintains time and production records.
• Interprets company policies for the team and upholds a culture of safety.
• Implements measures to advance production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product; updates working conditions and equipment use to support the efficiency of the crew.
• Initiates or suggests plans to inspire the team to reach shared work goals.
• Assists with the development and execution of marketing plans to support outreach and growth within key market segments in collaboration with Sales and Operations teams and outside vendors.
• Coordinates sales promotion activities, merchandising, and displays, as well as opportunities for Airgas-wide transitions. Supports inside sales, sales growth, and healthy sales margins.
• Collaborates with outside sales to ensure order integrity and properly scheduled customer deliveries by Airgas trucks.
• Stw a rds branch inventory, daily hard goods inventory cycle counts, and maintains a welcoming showroom and warehouse appearance.
• Coordinates all hard goods receiving and dynamic deployment for timely daily completion.
• Leads and coordinates annual/bi-annual physical hard goods inventories.
• Monitors SAP reports daily (open order/delivery, billing and delivery block, open Purchase Order reports) and provides Daily Cash Reconciliation (DCR), addressing concerns prior to deposit.
• Facilitates professional growth and training in procedural areas, follows Airgas SOPs and safety guidelines; partners with hardware vendors to schedule monthly product learning sessions.
• Coordinates branch operating expenses including overtime and office supplies. Works with corporate accounts receivable to support branch credits and collections.
• Collaborates on additional projects as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in sales and/or distribution of gases and welding supplies or similar industrial products.
• Two (2) years of prior demonstrated management or leadership experience.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Clear, direct and effective speaking manner for explaining information to customers and employees with a positive attitude.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated planning skills: identifies requirements, allocates resources, sets actions, and tracks progress against goals.

• Prior SAP experience is preferred.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• May occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans; short-term and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance; EAP; pre-tax commuter benefits; parental leave; vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, and paid holidays for eligible full-time employees. 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, dependent college tuition discounts, and Airgas Scholarship Program for dependents are also provided.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility for benefits described here and any special terms. This job description reflects the general nature and scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas is an equal opportunity employer and a Government contractor subject to applicable laws. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation during the employment selection process, please contact us via email for accommodation requests.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company, is a subsidiary of Air Liquide and a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases and related products.