Branch Manager (48242)

Paycom; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- &/

long-term disability insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary benefit products

Job summary

Precision Pump and Valve (PPV) is seeking a Hands-on Branch Manager for the Midland, TX location to direct daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure quality customer service while achieving sales and productivity goals.

You will partner with district and regional leadership, set performance standards, manage branch profitability, and represent PPV to customers and the community. A proven track record in branch or operations management and strong leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and management skills with proven ability to run a branch operation and hold a team accountable to results.
• Strong sales, customer service, and interpersonal skills — you lead by example with customers and team members alike.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to set clear expectations and resolve issues effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to prioritize and delegate appropriately in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the day-to-day operations and staff of the Midland branch, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused operations at all times.
• Collaborate with district and regional leadership to set reasonable sales, retail, and operational goals for the branch.
• Set and communicate performance standards based on financial, operational, and compliance requirements — including internal, local, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Hold full accountability for branch profitability, monitoring financial performance and taking corrective action as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Sales

Communication

Organization

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Lake Charles, LA 70607Position Type: Full TimeBranch Manager — Process Valves & Flow Control

Lake Charles, LA | Full-Time Precision Pump and Valve (PPV), an MCE Company

Are you an experienced operations and sales leader who knows how to run a profitable branch, develop a team, and build the kind of customer relationships that drive long-term growth in the Permian Basin?

As Branch Manager at PPV's Midland, TX location, you will direct and supervise the daily operations and staff of one of our key Permian Basin branches, ensuring quality customer service, achievement of sales and productivity goals, and a culture that reflects PPV's reputation for doing the job right. You will collaborate with district and regional leadership, set performance standards, manage branch profitability, and serve as the face of PPV to customers and the community in the Midland market.

If you are a hands-on leader with proven branch or operations management experience, excellent customer service instincts, and the ability to develop people and drive results, we want to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

We take care of our team with a full benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your development.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefit products.

What You'll Do

Lead Branch Operations

Direct and supervise the day-to-day operations and staff of the Midland branch, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused operations at all times.

Collaborate with district and regional leadership to set reasonable sales, retail, and operational goals for the branch.

Set and communicate performance standards based on financial, operational, and compliance requirements — including internal, local, state, and federal policies and regulations.

Hold full accountability for branch profitability, monitoring financial performance and taking corrective action as needed.

Develop Your Team

Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate goals, provide guidance, and ensure the team has what they need to succeed.

Identify training needs and opportunities within the team; develop and implement plans to address skill gaps and support career growth.

Hire and train qualified candidates for branch roles; carry out supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, onboarding, performance management, and addressing employee issues.

Set an example for customer service, professionalism, and accountability in every interaction.

Drive Customer Relationships and Growth

Maintain and develop positive relationships with existing clients and actively pursue prospective customers in the Midland and Permian Basin market.

Participate in community activities to promote PPV and build goodwill in the local business community.

Collaborate with other managers and district leadership on advertising, marketing, and growth initiatives.

Support the start-up, development, and growth of new branch locations as needed.

Qualifications

Must Have:

• Excellent leadership and management skills with proven ability to run a branch operation and hold a team accountable to results.
• Strong sales, customer service, and interpersonal skills — you lead by example with customers and team members alike.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to set clear expectations and resolve issues effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to prioritize and delegate appropriately in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Associate's degree and equivalent industry experience required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Nice to Have:

• At least 3 years of branch or operations experience with at least 1 year in an assistant branch manager or supervisory capacity.
• Background in process valves, flow control, instrumentation, or a related industrial distribution environment.
• Familiarity with the Permian Basin oil and gas market and its customers.

About Precision Pump and Valve (PPV)

Founded in 1985, Precision Pump and Valve (PPV) is a VR-certified, full-service provider of specialty process controls including safety relief valves, control valves, regulators, chokes, and chemical injection pumps, serving the oil and gas, petrochemical, and refining industries across the Gulf Coast and West Texas. With 6 facilities across Louisiana, Texas, and Ohio, 4 of which hold VR certification from the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, PPV is built on technical credibility and a reputation for doing the job right.

PPV joined Motion and Control Enterprises (MCE) in 2023, giving the team the resources and reach of a top-50 national industrial distributor while keeping the specialized expertise and customer-first culture built over four decades. Our motto says it best: whenever you need us, whatever it takes, until the job is done.

PPV and MCE are proud Equal Opportunity Employers.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

If you are a proven branch leader with the drive to build a high-performing team and grow PPV's presence in the Permian Basin, we would love to hear from you.