Branch Manager

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, hard goods/related products, safety products, ammonia products, and process chemicals.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Branch Manager who will oversee all branch operations, ensuring safety management, staff development, facility maintenance, cost management, and regulatory compliance in line with Airgas policies.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the welding industry or sales, with 2 years of supervisory experience (preferred)
• SAP knowledge and experience are advantageous

Duties/Responsibilities

Safety/Regulatory Compliance-

• Conduct safety incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop training tools for safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations and maintain training records.
• Promote a safety culture and improve safe work behaviors among associates.

Personnel/Personnel Development-

• Supervise and effectively manage direct reports.
• Develop recruitment, staff development, and retention strategies with HR support.
• Conduct interviews, training, and performance appraisals, and address associate concerns.

Customer Service and Business Development-

• Handle customer inquiries promptly and courteously, ensuring complete satisfaction.
• Maintain existing accounts and identify and prioritize target accounts for growth.
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients.
• Support outside sales representatives and assist with quotes and customer follow-up.

Business/Facility Management and Support-

• Oversee branch operations, profitability, and facility cleanliness.
• Manage budgeting, accounts receivable, gross margins, operating expenses, and inventory.
• Schedule and execute preventative maintenance for equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels and manage accounts receivable within company guidelines.
• Analyze sales data, prepare annual sales forecasts, and optimize budget allocations.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and complete required paperwork accurately.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interpret business documents and safety instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with limited standardization.

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Auto, home, and personal property insurance options
• Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Basic long-term disability insurance
• Choose between 5 medical plan options
• Competitive salaries
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Keep tabs on your eye health with our vision care plan
• Leadership development courses
• On-site training programs
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Scholarship programs
• Select from two valuable dental plan options
• Short-term disability coverage
• Worker’s compensation insurance

Employer’s Statement

Airgas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.