Branch Manager, Wholesale Distribution

Hire Horizons; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual profit-sharing

Paid vacation and holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A reputable distribution company is seeking a Branch Manager in Spokane, Washington, to oversee operations and drive sales growth. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in wholesale distribution and a proven ability to build strong customer relationships. Responsibilities include managing P&L, developing a high-performing team, and ensuring operational excellence. This position offers an attractive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in wholesale distribution, waterworks, underground utilities, plumbing, or related construction industries.
• Demonstrated success managing branch-level P&L, budgets, and operational performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of branch operations, including sales performance and customer service.
• Drive sales growth while maintaining cost controls and margin discipline.
• Manage branch P&L, budgets, and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Relationship Management

P&L Management

Operational Excellence

Sales Growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Epicor Eclipse

Job description

Base Pay Range

$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

We are partnering with a well-established, privately held wholesale distribution organization to identify a Branch Manager to lead a high-performing branch in Spokane, Washington. This leader will oversee day-to-day operations while driving sales growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction across a diverse base of contractor and municipal customers.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, results-oriented leader who understands wholesale distribution, values strong relationships, and can balance financial performance with operational excellence, culture, and long-term growth.

Compensation includes an attractive base salary, annual performance-based bonus, and monthly vehicle allowance. Comprehensive benefits include a 401(k) with company match, annual profit-sharing, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid vacation, volunteer hours, sick leave, and holidays.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead all aspects of branch operations, including sales performance, customer service, inventory management, safety, and financial results.
• Drive branch-level sales growth and profitability while maintaining strong cost controls and margin discipline.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Manage branch P&L, budgets, and performance metrics, translating results into actionable priorities for the team.
• Maintain strong relationships with commercial, residential, and municipal customers, serving as a visible and trusted local leader.
• Partner with contractors, excavators, builders, and municipalities to support projects involving water infrastructure and underground utilities.
• Ensure consistent execution of operational standards, inventory accuracy, safety practices, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee procurement, receiving, and inventory processes for waterworks and related product lines.
• Collaborate with district and corporate leadership to align branch performance with company objectives.
• Promote a culture focused on teamwork, customer service, safety, and long-term success.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in wholesale distribution, waterworks, underground utilities, plumbing, HVAC, or related construction-focused industries.
• 3+ years as a Branch Manager, General Manager, or Profit Center Manager in a high-volume wholesale distribution environment.
• Working knowledge of water infrastructure products such as PVC pipe, ductile iron pipe, valves, hydrants, HDPE, meters, storm drainage, water heaters, boilers, or rough plumbing materials strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing branch-level P&L, budgets, and operational performance.
• Ability to lead, develop, and retain frontline teams in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Strong customer-facing skills with a proven ability to build long-term relationships and drive repeat business.
• Track record of implementing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and profitability.
• Ethical, people-focused leadership style that promotes ownership, accountability, and engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems; Epicor Eclipse experience a plus.

Candidates must currently live in, or be willing to relocate to, the greater Spokane–Coeur d’Alene area. Relocation assistance is available for outstanding candidates. Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Distribution, Supply Chain, and Management

Industries

Wholesale Hardware, Plumbing, Heating Equipment, Water, Waste, Steam, and Air Conditioning Services, and Wholesale Building Materials