Branch Manager

MRC Global US Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MRC Global US Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Branch Leader to drive safe, profitable branch operations and outstanding customer service. This role focuses on developing annual branch plans, overseeing sales, service, warehouse and logistics duties, and enforcing company policies.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to train staff while managing budgets and key customer relationships. Travel and on-call duties are required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 4+ years in customer service, inside sales, and/or warehouse services with increasing responsibility.
• Proficiency with computers and software applications.
• Ability to communicate and transfer knowledge to others; strong presentation skills.
• Willingness to be on-call for 24-hour service and to travel as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Certification to operate forklifts, cranes and other heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead branch employees to achieve safety, service, and sales goals.
• Develop and manage the branch budget and monitor expenditures.
• Oversee warehouse, logistics, and inside/outside sales activities.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and SOX guidelines and company policies.
• Foster training and development, set clear expectations, and provide feedback.
• Engage customers and partners to grow current and new business.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Driver's license

Overhead crane certification

Job description

MRC Global serves the oil and gas industry across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors as well as the chemical and gas distribution market sectors worldwide.

Job Purpose

Create an environment that inspires and engages the branch team to deliver results. Accountable for the successful execution of safe and profitable branch operations, business strategy, customer service, and consistent compliance with MRC procedures and controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (not all inclusive)

Individual must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Engage employees in understanding, ownership, and compliance with all safety guidelines, drive a rigorous approach to the identification and correction of hazards, evaluation of risks, and implementation of prevention and control measures. Ensure all required incident reporting is performed in a timely manner using the appropriate process. Oversee the implementation of corrective measures arising from incident investigation and hazard reports. Prepare the branch budget and monitor expenditures to ensure compliance. Monitor work flows throughout the branch to ensure timely accomplishment of sales, service, warehouse, and logistics duties. Ensure cycle count programs are executed according to plan. Lead employees to anticipate and solve problems and plan for workload changes. Motivate and challenge employees and encourage growth and development. Set clear expectations and measure results, communicate consistently, provide timely, candid feedback, and hold people accountable. Identify and initiate or obtain training required for employee success in performing duties. Maintain confidential information pertaining to normal supervisory duties. Administer, communicate, and promote awareness and compliance with MRC policies, procedures, and expectations to all employees, including strict enforcement and compliance with DOT and SOX compliance guidelines. Develop annual branch business plans to ensure development of current business and the addition of new business. Control, perform or oversee inside and outside sales activities including customer service, purchasing, inventory control, shipping and receiving, or support to sales personnel. Research and develop information on new projects. Develop new business, utilize and partner with regional and corporate resources and sales teams to identify and drive growth in key markets. Tailor branch strategy to ensure alignment with National Accounts service, support, and strategic needs. Identify and implement solutions to customers’ needs. Develop and maintain standards of service that deliver unbeatable excellence. Communicate honestly and consistently to reaffirm MRC’s reputation for ethical and dependable partnerships. Establish a friendly and effective working relationship with customers and internal partners through in-person visits, written and verbal correspondence, and other effective interpersonal skills. Keep management informed of the area’s performance and provide advice on those matters that are mutually pertinent. Manage confidential information appropriately, including pricing and contract information, resale costs, and expense items. Carry out other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job.

Education, Experience & Ability Requirements

Any combination of requirements that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform essential duties and responsibilities will be considered. Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. Any combination of four or more years in customer service, inside sales, and/or warehouse services in a position with increasing responsibility, to include demonstrated leadership/supervisory experience. Demonstrated competence in the use of computers and software applications. Demonstrated ability to communicate and promote ideas and transfer detailed knowledge to others. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Willingness and ability to be on call as needed to provide 24-hour service to customers. Willingness and ability to travel within and outside the branch service area, with occasional overnight stays. Must have a current, valid driver’s license and an acceptable record at all times. Certification or ability to be certified to operate fork trucks, overhead cranes, and other heavy equipment.

Additional Qualifications

Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status. Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate with others to understand and interpret safety instructions, and respond to inquiries. Ability to understand and comply with MRC Global guidelines & expectations, including Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest guidelines.

Working Conditions

For position-specific details regarding the physical and mental demands and working conditions, contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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At MRC Global, you can build a satisfying career, while making a difference. You’ll be rewarded for your contributions and encouraged to learn and grow. Most importantly, you’ll be joining a team of people who care about each other sincerely, and who care about the communities where they live and work. We invest in the growth and professional training of our team members creating more opportunities in your career. We offer tuition assistance and career development to support your professional growth. MRC Global offers comprehensive benefits and incentives. We value your time and talent and know how to show our appreciation for having you as a part of our expanding global team. At MRC Global, we care about and value all employees. During life changes and challenges, our Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and household family members to help resolve issues, connect with the right mental health professional or community resource, and to identify other support tools designed to help our team members. We care about our community and place a major focus on environmental and social responsibility. We are committed to our people, our communities and preserving our planet. As a part of our company’s culture and efforts in preserving our environment, we are supporting our customers in the transition to green energy and decarbonization.