Assistant Branch Manager

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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!

• Fully in - office position

Recruiter: Porschal Ford / porschal.ford-sc@airgas.com / (346) 887-4725

The Assistant 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. Ensures both facility 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 skills, and overall operating efficiency. The ideal candidate will be able to function effectively with minimum supervision, and have the desire to lead the employees and ensure top notch customer satisfaction.

• Supervise, train, and evaluate performance of all inside sales representatives, and warehouse personnel.

• Ensure all customers receive quality customer service from company associates.

• Checks accounts receivable as to status of existing accounts; communicates with credit department and contacts customers regarding overdue payments.

• Keeps Branch Manager informed of day-to-day activities and any issues that may need to be resolved.

• Responsible for all operations associated with the branch including, ,warehouse, inside sales, and compliance issues (paperwork).

• Direct activities of the operation on accomplishing (inside) sales and margin goals.

• Organize monthly safety meetings and strictly enforce safety rules.

• Function in the capacity of Branch Manager when necessary.

• Maintain corporate image and philosophy in all contact with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of five (3) years of experience in sales and distribution of industrial gases and welding supplies or similar industrial products; at least two (2) years of experience in a managerial capacity.

• Strong retail sales/customer service skills desired.

• Knowledge of welding applications and equipment is a plus.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and be detail-oriented with good organizational skills.

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds while promoting a team player attitude.

• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, MSDS, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree preferred.

• Strong retail sales/customer service skills desired.

• CDL license preferred

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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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