District Manager - Sales Growth & Safety Leadership

Airgas USA, LLC; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC is seeking a District Manager in Eugene, OR to lead and mentor the sales team, drive P&L performance, and elevate customer service while upholding rigorous safety standards. The role requires 5+ years in sales leadership and a proven ability to manage teams across multiple branches.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with branch managers to optimize resources and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience (ideally 5+ years in a relevant field).
• History of sustainable sales success and profitable growth.
• Experience mentoring a team and managing P&L (or comparable experience within distribution involving gases and welding supplies).
• A proactive approach to leadership, with a history of supporting and mentoring teams for at least 5 years.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on building alignment and staying organized.
• Comfortable with Microsoft solutions, particularly Excel and Word, and experienced in data entry and order extraction.
• Numerical proficiency for practical business applications and analytical reporting.
• Resilience and adaptability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to foster understanding while interacting with diverse teams and personalities.
• Deeply comfortable with business and accounting concepts including ROI, P&L statements, balance sheets, interest and leasing calculations, and margin responsibilities.
• Physical capability to lift 25-75 lbs. as needed to support operations.
• A valid driver’s license and an insured personal vehicle.
• Comfortable working in a drug-free environment.
• Flexibility to adjust your schedule to meet the needs of our customers and the management team.

Responsibilities

• Empower, mentor, and support the sales team to advance toward excellent safety standards and performance milestones.
• Provide diligent P&L stewardship for the assigned branches and territory, ensuring long-term fiscal health.
• Cultivate exceptional customer service and product knowledge, ensuring a collaborative approach to problem resolution.
• Advocate for safety measures through interactive meetings and by ensuring alignment with all safety protocols.
• Optimize profit margins by implementing strategic plans from the Region and Area, ensuring operating expenses align with growth milestones and exceptional customer service.
• Enhance and sustain the selling skills and product expertise of the staff through continuous learning.
• Foster professional growth and provide proactive guidance on company policies and customer service excellence.
• Partner with the Branch Manager in the hiring, training, and holistic management of employees.
• Support outside sales representatives by preparing insightful sales data and providing thoughtful forecasts for leadership.
• Coordinate paperwork, inventory, pricing, and profitability to ensure operational health.
• Facilitate personnel matters and ensure facility upkeep to provide a welcoming and safe environment.

Skills

People Leadership

Sales Management

P&L Management

Customer Service

Data Analysis

MS Excel

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Word

Job description

Airgas USA, LLC is seeking a District Manager in Eugene, OR to lead and mentor the sales team, drive P&L performance, and elevate customer service while upholding rigorous safety standards. The role requires 5+ years in sales leadership and a proven ability to manage teams across multiple branches.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with branch managers to optimize resources and growth.