Branch Manager

Airgas; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas Sherman, TX seeks a Branch Manager to oversee daily operations, drive sales, manage inventory and ensure safety compliance. The role leads inside staff, supports outside sales, and maintains strong customer service.

You will mentor team members, coordinate with HR, and ensure accurate financial processing while balancing costs and service quality. This position requires physical capability and leadership commitment.

Qualifications

• 2+ management experience in a customer facing environment.
• Background in supporting and leading teams within a retail or industrial distribution environment.
• Proficient computer skills and an interest in learning new digital tools.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and occasionally up to 125 lbs with equipment.

Responsibilities

• The Branch Manager oversees daily store operations to achieve or advance sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales, deliver excellent customer service, nurture inventory levels, and balance expenses.
• Foster facility and staff alignment to safety and regulatory standards.
• Provide professional customer service for internal and external customers and handle inquiries.
• Support outside sales in nurturing client relationships and new business opportunities.
• Ensure timely processing of financial transactions (cash reports, pricing, etc.).
• Maintain back order, open order, and PO expedite reports.
• Cultivate cylinder and hard goods inventory levels.
• Lead training for inside sales on product knowledge and safety.
• Conduct performance reviews and mentor staff with HR and senior management.

Skills

Management experience

Customer facing

Team leadership

Inventory management

Computer skills

Prioritization

Verbal & written comms

Safety compliance

Education

Retail/industrial distribution experience

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

R10101844 Branch Manager (Open)Location:Sherman, TX - Baker Dr - Filling industrialHow will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.At Airgas, we RESPECT , HONOR and VALUE diversity.Airgas is Hiring for a Branch Manager in Sherman, TX!We are looking for you !Monday - Friday, Daytime hours.Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employmen tThe Branch Manage r oversees daily store operations to achieve or advance sales and margin goals. This involves promoting sales, delivering excellent customer service, nurturing inventory levels, and balancing expenses through purchase supporting . Additionally, the Branch Manager fosters facility and staff alignment to safety and regulatory standards, empowering team members in providing efficient customer service, maintaining good housekeeping, and harmonizing overall operational efficiency.Provide professional customer service for all internal and external customers and call-in product, pricing, and technical inquiries.Support the outside sales team in nurturing existing client relationships and welcoming new business opportunities.Support the flow of accurate and timely daily processing of financial transactions, including cash reports, charge tickets, coding, costing, pricing, daily cash summaries, and bank deposits.Maintain the accuracy of back order, open order, and Purchase Order (PO) expedite reports.Cultivate and refine appropriate cylinder and hard goods inventory levels for the branch.Facilitate and lead training for inside sales associates on product knowledge, company policies, processes, procedures, and safety, ensuring the confidence that all associates can perform essential branch functions.Conduct periodic performance reviews for branch associates.Act as a bridge between employees and management, providing performance mentorship and guidance in collaboration with Human Resources and senior management.________________________Are you a MATCH?Required Qualifications:2+ management experience in a customer facing environment.Background in supporting and leading teams within a retail or industrial distribution environment.Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and occasionally up to 125 lbs with the aid of material handling equipment.Proficient computer skills and an interest in learning new digital tools. The ability to navigate multiple priorities concurrentlySelf-motivate d with a focus on contributing to the overall team's success.Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively act as a bridge between staff and management.Preferred Qualifications:A track record of meaningful contributions in the welding, gas, or safety industry.3+ years of experience in a role focused on nurturing team growth and operational efficiency .5+ years’ experience in sales with a track record of meaningful contributions .Experience with inventory cultivation and vendor relationship support.________________________BenefitsWe care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility._________________________Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCEAt Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world._________________________About AirgasAirgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose._________________________Equal Employment Opportunity InformationWe are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail]._________________________California Privacy Notice