Manager - Branch 2

Airgas; Craig, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Airgas is hiring for a Branch Manager in Craig, CO. The role oversees daily store operations to meet sales and margin goals, promote superb customer service, manage inventory, and maintain safe, compliant facilities.

You will lead inside sales, mentor staff, coordinate with HR and senior management, and drive performance reviews while ensuring accurate daily financial processing and reporting in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a retail or industrial environment.
• Ability to drive sales and margin goals through effective supervision.
• Strong communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations to achieve sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales, deliver customer service, manage inventory and expenses.
• Lead training for inside sales, conduct performance reviews, and mentor staff.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and accurate daily financial processing.
• Support outside sales in nurturing client relationships and new opportunities.

Skills

Management experience

Sales experience

Team leadership

Communication

Industrial gases knowledge

Job description

R10098471 Manager - Branch 2 (Open) Location: Craig, CO - Retail shop

Who will 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. Airgas is Hiring for a Branch Manager in Craig, CO At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Branch Manager in Craig, CO We are looking for you ! Monday - Friday, Daytime hours.

Base pay range + Bonus 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 a 14-week paid child birth benefit 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

Branch Manager Responsibilities

• The Branch Manager 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.
• Support the outside sales team in nurturing existing client relationships and welcoming new business opportunities.
• Support the flow of accurate and timely daily processing of financial transactions, including cash reports, charge tickets, coding, costing, pricing, daily cash summaries, and bank deposits.
• Maintain the accuracy of back order, open order, and Purchase Order (PO) expedite reports.
• Cultivate and refine appropriate cylinder and hard goods inventory levels for the branch.
• Facilitate and lead training for inside sales associates on product knowledge, company policies, processes, procedures, and safety, ensuring the confidence that all associates can perform essential branch functions.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews for branch associates.
• Act as a bridge between employees and management, providing performance mentorship and guidance in collaboration with Human Resources and senior management.

Required Qualifications

• Previous management experience, preferably in an industrial environment with a proven record of successfully coaching and mentoring a team.
• 2-3 years of experience in the sales and distribution of industrial gases, welding supplies, or comparable industrial products.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret various documents, including safety rules, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), operating and maintenance instructions, and standard procedure manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a cooperative team environment and effectively collaborate with a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds and with different personalities.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills, with the capacity to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of experience in a management role.
• Strong background in retail sales and customer service.
• Working knowledge of welding applications and equipment.

Pay and Incentives

Pay range:$78K - $80K

Incentive pay: This position is eligible for incentive compensation in the following program: quarterly bonus program

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability 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.
• 401k plan with company matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
• 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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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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.