Branch Manager

Airgas; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 59,500 - 80,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Branch Manager in Springfield, IL to oversee daily store operations, drive sales, and maintain optimal inventory levels. You will lead a team, ensure excellent customer service, and align staff with safety standards and company policies.

The role emphasizes coaching, cross-functional support with the external sales team, and timely processing of financial transactions. A strong background in retail or industrial distribution is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a customer-facing environment.
• Background in supporting and leading teams within retail or industrial distribution.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs (up to 125 lbs with equipment).
• Proficient computer skills and adaptability to new digital tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication to bridge staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations to meet sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain inventory levels and balance expenses through purchasing support.
• Ensure safety, housekeeping, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead training for inside sales staff on knowledge, policies, and procedures.
• Provide performance feedback and mentorship with HR and management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team mentorship

Inventory management

Budgeting/cost control

Computer literacy

Tools

POS systems

Job description

## Branch ManagerApplylocations: Springfield, IL - Retail shoptime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10094447R10094447 Branch Manager (Open)Location:Springfield, IL - Retail shop## How 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 Springfield, IL!**# **We are looking for you!*** Base salary of $70,000, depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities.* 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 employment**Recruiter: Abby Chroniger |** **a****[e-mail] | [phone]**The Branch Manager 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:*** Previous 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 concurrently* Self-motivated 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.\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**Benefits**We 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 PERFORMANCE**At 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 Airgas**Airgas, 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 Information**We 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].