Branch Manager- Building Materials

Position Overview

We are seeking a Branch Manager for a well-established building materials and construction supply company. This role will be responsible for overseeing branch operations, leading a team of employees, driving sales growth, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and foster long-term customer relationships.
• Lead branch operations with professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Drive operational excellence through best practices focused on safety, quality, service, and cost efficiency.
• Identify and act on sales opportunities to support branch growth.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory management, deliveries, and staff performance.
• Recruit, coach, and develop employees to support succession planning and team growth.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance branch performance.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and P&L responsibilities.
• Supervise exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees.
• Partner with sales teams to strengthen customer relationships and improve revenue performance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience within the building materials, construction, distribution, or related industry preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and DOT inspections.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license required if operating a company vehicle.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Travel

• Local travel required.
• Less than 25% travel.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to stand, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb ladders, and perform physical duties as needed.