Bozeman Waterworks Branch Manager - Hands-on Leader

Ferguson; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking a Branch Manager in Bozeman, Montana to lead Waterworks branch operations. This hands-on role directs daily operations, oversees a team, and ensures exceptional customer service while managing budgets and safety compliance.

The successful candidate will drive data-based decisions, build key relationships with customers and vendors, and lead initiatives to improve branch performance and profitability. This position reports to the General Manager and oversees 1–5 associates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in day-to-day branch functions and people management.
• Water, wastewater or related infrastructure industry experience
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in using data to drive decisions
• Understanding of sales side of the business and how to influence sales
• Strong relationship building skills (customers, vendors, associates, etc)
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards
• Financial literacy with experience managing budgets and P&L statements

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Run day-to-day operations, including inventory, shipments, and customer service.
• Leadership: Supervise and train warehouse and customer service personnel.
• Hands-on Role: Perform duties such as shipping, receiving, and customer service, especially in coverage situations.
• Safety and Compliance: Lead the way in upholding top-tier safety standards, ensuring full compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
• P&L Responsibility: Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and capital planning for the branch.
• Relationship Management: Develop and maintain relationships with customers, internal stakeholders, and vendors.
• Problem Solving: Use data to make decisions and improve performance.
• Supervisory Duties: Conduct all aspects of employee management, including hiring and scheduling.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Sales awareness

Safety compliance

Relationship building

Budgeting / P&L

Operational leadership

Problem solving

Job description

Ferguson is seeking a Branch Manager in Bozeman, Montana to lead Waterworks branch operations. This hands-on role directs daily operations, oversees a team, and ensures exceptional customer service while managing budgets and safety compliance.

The successful candidate will drive data-based decisions, build key relationships with customers and vendors, and lead initiatives to improve branch performance and profitability. This position reports to the General Manager and oversees 1–5 associates.