Branch Admintration Manager

BlueLinx Holdings Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx seeks a Branch Administration Manager to lead administrative, accounting, inventory, and marketing functions at a distribution facility. You will oversee invoicing, stock receiving, shipping, AR/AP, and marketing activities, working closely with Sales, Operations, and Corporate Finance to ensure process integrity and customer service.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration across departments, and leadership in a dynamic building products distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for advancement.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting in warehousing/distribution.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative functions in a distribution center with data integrity.
• Process sales orders, credit memos, and PO transactions accurately.
• Maintain inventory accuracy within Agility and perform cycle counts.
• Coordinate rail and truck shipments with Operations leadership.
• Support onboarding and time records; act as liaison for branch communications.
• Backup Operations Manager in absence of the Operations Manager.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Inventory control

Detail oriented

Communication

Microsoft Office

Data integrity

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Agility

Constant Contact

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Build Your Career as a Branch Administration Manager with BlueLinx!

At BlueLinx, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to helping our team members build job security, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions every day. Together, we deliver the building blocks to better lives.

Join a company that values its people, supports professional growth, and strives to make a positive impact across the building products industry.

Summary

The Branch Administration Manager is a key leadership role reporting directly to the Branch General Manager. This position oversees and performs administrative, accounting, inventory, and marketing functions within a distribution facility.

The Branch Administration Manager is responsible for invoicing, stock receiving, shipping, accounts payable and receivable, and marketing activities. Working closely with Sales and Operations leadership, Corporate Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, customers, vendors, and other support personnel, this role ensures process integrity, operational excellence, and superior customer service.

Why BlueLinx?

• Salary Range: $50,000 - $68,000
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays
• Career Growth: Develop and advance your career with a leading building products distributor

What You’ll Do

• Manage the administrative functions of a distribution center by delivering excellent customer service, ensuring data integrity, and processing transactions accurately and on time
• Collaborate with and foster strong working relationships with Sales and Operations teams
• Process sales orders, credit memos, and purchase order transactions accurately and efficiently, utilizing Accounts Receivable resources as needed
• Maintain inventory accuracy within Agility, including receiving, cycle counts, and inventory adjustments
• Partner with Credit and Accounts Receivable teams to establish new customer accounts and manage past-due balances
• Ensure compliance with expense Chart of Authority guidelines and oversee timely Accounts Payable reconciliations, daily invoicing for warehouse inventory, and direct billing activities
• Support associate onboarding, approve time records, and serve as the central point of contact for branch communications
• Work closely with the branch sales team to ensure customer orders are processed and released promptly
• Review stock receipts, purchase orders, and system reports to ensure accuracy
• Coordinate rail and truck shipments with Operations leadership
• Create and distribute marketing flyers through Constant Contact
• Serve as backup Operations Manager in the absence of the Operations Manager

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree in Accounting or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 6-8 years of relevant experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting processes within a warehousing or distribution center environment
• Experience with inventory control, material handling, storage operations, and building products
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of process improvement and operational efficiency practices preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant systems and technologies

Potential Career Paths

• Operations Manager
• Territory Sales Representative
• Inside Sales Representative
• Product Manager

Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress:

• Customer Centric
• Respect
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Grit

About Us:

BlueLinx is one of America’s largest distributors of building products, with over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, we have over 2,000 associates and distribute our comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15,000 national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers.

The salary range provided is a good-faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.