Branch Manager II

Airgas, Inc.; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

No weekend work

Comprehensive benefits

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. in Hutchinson, KS is hiring a Branch Manager II to oversee daily store operations, drive sales and margin goals, manage inventory, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes customer service, leadership of branch staff, and collaboration with outside sales.

The position features a comprehensive benefits package and a schedule Monday through Friday with no weekend work. A successful candidate will mentor team, monitor KPIs, prepare sales reports, and build

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must operate in a drug-free workplace.
• Proven managerial experience in a customer-facing environment with P&L management and KPIs.
• Inventory management: cycle counts and full physical inventory processes.
• Retail sales experience and strong customer service.
• Experience leading teams in retail or industrial distribution.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs regularly and up to 125 lbs with assistance.
• Proficient computer skills and willingness to learn digital tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with focus on team success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional customer service for all customers and call-in product, pricing, and technical inquiries.
• Support outside sales and nurture existing client relationships.
• Handle daily processing of financial transactions, including cash reports and deposits.
• Build and nurture customer relationships and provide excellent service.
• Guide and support direct reports in line with policies and laws.
• Maintain accuracy of back orders, open orders, and PO expedite reports.
• Cultivate inventory levels for the branch.
• Lead inside sales training on product knowledge, policies, safety.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews for branch staff.
• Maintain store operations and support merchandising.
• Partner to monitor inventory and stock levels.
• Prepare sales reports and analyze performance metrics.

Skills

Managerial experience

Customer service

Sales leadership

People leadership

Retail sales

SAP

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

R10102660 Branch Manager II (Open)

Location: Hutchinson, KS - 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 II in Hutchinson, KS!

We are looking for you !

• Base pay plusbonus opportunities!


• Monday - Friday,no weekend work!


• 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 up to 14-week paid child birth benefits 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

The Branch Manager II 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.


• Supportthe outside sales teaminnurturingexisting client relationships andwelcomingnew business opportunities.


• Support the flow ofaccurate and timely daily processing of financial transactions, including cash reports, charge tickets, coding, costing, pricing, daily cash summaries, and bank deposits.


• Build and nurture customer relationships, providing excellent service.


• Guide and support direct reports in alignment with organizational policies and applicable laws.


• Maintainthe accuracyof back order, open order, and Purchase Order (PO) expedite reports.


• Cultivate and refineappropriate cylinderand hard goods inventory levels for the branch.


• Facilitate and leadtraining for inside sales associateson product knowledge, company policies, processes, procedures, and safety,ensuring the confidence thatall associates canperformessential branch functions.


• Conduct periodic performance reviewsfor branch associate


• Maintain store operations and support team merchandising efforts.


• Partner with the team to monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock in the store.


• Prepare sales reports and analyze performance metrics to support continuous growth.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diplomaor equivalent.


• Must operate in adrug-free workplace.


• Proven managerial experiencein a customer-facing environment, coupled withdemonstrated expertise in Profit and Loss (P&L) management and the strategic use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive performance.


• Inventory Management: Ideally, experience participating in cycle counts and full physical inventory processes.


• Customer Service & Sales Engagement: A strong foundation in customer service along with enthusiasm for nurturing relationships with existing house accounts through proactive outreach.


• Retail sales experience.


• Valued experienceinpeople leadershipwith adedicationtosupporting team growth and alignment,coaching,mentoring, andteam development.


• Skill in fosteringalignment withincomplex customer relationshipsandguiding and supportingdistribution center operations.


• Background in supporting and leading teams within aretail or industrial distribution environment.


• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 125 lbs. with the aid of material handling equipment.


• Proficientcomputer skills and an interest in learning new digital tools.


• The ability to navigatemultiple priorities concurrently.


• Self-motivated with a focus on contributing to the overall team's success.


• Excellentverbal and written communication skills to effectively act as a bridge between staff and management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in related field.


• 5+ years' experience in sales with atrack record of meaningful contributions and experience in the welding industry.


• Experience withinventory cultivationandvendor relationshipsupport.


• Computer experience or basic knowledge ofSAP.

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].

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