Branch Manager II

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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We are looking for you!

• Target Base Salary: 68,640 - $75,000
• Looking for a people leader with great customer service skills

Recruiter: Gina Kim / gina.kim@airliquide.com / (424) 241-2293

The primary purpose of the Branch Manager is to coordinate and direct the day-to-day store operations to meet or exceed sales and margin targets by promoting sales and good customer service; maintain adequate inventory levels and monitor purchases to control expenses. Ensure facilities and staff are in compliance with Safety and Regulatory standards. Provide guidance to team members on how to provide effective and efficient service to customers, good housekeeping, and overall operating efficiency.

• Provide consistent professional customer service to all walk-in or call-in customer inquiries regarding products, price, and technical information
• Support the outside sales force as needed in servicing and obtaining new business
• Oversee and ensure that cash reports, charge tickets, coding, costing, pricing, daily cash summary, bank deposits are processed accurately on a daily basis
• Establish and manage cylinder and/or hard goods inventory levels for the branch
• Supervise the training of inside sales associates in areas including product knowledge; company policies, processes, and procedures; and safety; ensures that all associates are trained to perform critical branch functions
• Maintain a safe work environment; organize required monthly safety meetings and strictly enforces all company safety rules and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
• Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with the public in a professional, respectful and courteous manner.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, MSDS, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Must be able to work overtime and on-call when necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong retail sales/customer service skills desired
• Knowledge of welding applications and equipment a plus
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and be detailed-oriented with good organizational skills
• Team player attitude with ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
• Be punctual and comply with work schedule
• Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple tasks

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

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.

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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.

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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 us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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