Branch Manager - Retail Leader Driving Growth

Air Liquide; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life & AD&D

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship program

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Airgas in Sumter, SC seeks a Branch Manager to oversee daily store operations, drive sales, and maintain inventory and safety standards. You will coach a team, support outside sales, and ensure accurate financial processing, while fostering a productive customer-focused environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, proven managerial experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Drug-free workplace.
• Proven managerial experience in a customer-facing environment with P&L management and KPIs.
• People leadership with coaching, mentoring and team development.
• Fostering alignment in complex customer relationships and guiding DC operations.
• Retail or industrial distribution background.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally 125 lbs with equipment.
• Proficient computer skills and openness to new tools.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with focus on team success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations to achieve sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales and deliver excellent customer service.
• Nurture inventory levels and manage expenses.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance; align staff and facilities.
• Support outside sales in nurturing client relationships and new opportunities.
• Process daily financial transactions and maintain accurate reports.
• Maintain back order, open order, and PO expedite reports.
• Refine cylinder and hard goods inventory levels.
• Lead training for inside sales on product knowledge and procedures.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews for branch staff.

Skills

Managerial experience

P&L management

KPIs

People leadership

Coaching

Customer relationships

Multi-priority management

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Airgas in Sumter, SC seeks a Branch Manager to oversee daily store operations, drive sales, and maintain inventory and safety standards. You will coach a team, support outside sales, and ensure accurate financial processing, while fostering a productive customer-focused environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, proven managerial experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, and generous leave policies.