Branch Manager: Lead Sales & Team Growth

Airgas; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D

Parental leave: 14 weeks

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Job summary

Airgas in Wentzville, MO is hiring a Branch Manager to oversee daily store operations and drive sales and margin goals. You will lead a customer-focused team, manage inventory, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across branch activities.

Responsibilities include coaching inside sales, supporting outside sales, processing daily financial transactions, and maintaining accurate order reporting. 10% travel required; competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous management experience in a customer-facing environment.
• Experience leading teams within retail or industrial distribution.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and up to 125 lbs with equipment.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new digital tools; manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with a focus on team success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to bridge staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations to achieve or advance sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales and deliver excellent customer service.
• Nurture inventory levels and balance expenses through purchase support.
• Foster facility and staff alignment to safety and regulatory standards.
• Lead training for inside sales on product knowledge, policies, processes, and safety.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews for branch associates.
• Act as a bridge between employees and management with HR and senior leadership.
• Support outside sales in nurturing existing clients and welcoming new business opportunities.
• Ensure accurate daily processing of financial transactions and reports (cash, tickets, coding, pricing, deposits).
• Maintain accuracy of back order, open order, and PO expedite reports.
• Cultivate cylinder and hard goods inventory levels for the branch.

Skills

Customer-facing leadership

Team development

Multitasking

Proficient computer skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Self-motivated

Safety & regulatory basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in field related to role

Job description

Airgas in Wentzville, MO is hiring a Branch Manager to oversee daily store operations and drive sales and margin goals. You will lead a customer-focused team, manage inventory, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across branch activities.

Responsibilities include coaching inside sales, supporting outside sales, processing daily financial transactions, and maintaining accurate order reporting. 10% travel required; competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.