Airgas · 8 hours ago
Assistant Branch Manager
Airgas is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, and they are seeking an Assistant Branch Manager in Tampa, FL. The Assistant Manager will be responsible for managing Route Drivers and Customer Deliveries, ensuring safety compliance, driving sales, and overseeing staff development and branch operations.
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Responsibilities
The Assistant Manager position takes direction from the Branch Manager and is responsible for the management of the Route Drivers and Customer Deliveries for the Branch
The Assistant Manager shares responsibility with the Branch Manager for safety management, driving sales activity at the retail store, development and retention of staff, facility maintenance, and the overall efficient, effective cost management of the branch while complying with all regulatory agencies and requirements including, but not limited to OSHA and FDA, and Airgas USA, LLC policies and procedures (including SOPs) at the facility
In the absence of the Branch Manager, the Assistant Manager will supervise all of the branch personnel to include Inside Sales and Administration
Inspire a safety-focused culture, championing Airgas' Safety Pledge and 12 Life Saving Rules
Drive safe work behaviors, offering coaching to elevate associates' safety practices and nurturing a strong safety culture
Conduct safety incident investigations, proposing corrective actions to prevent recurrences
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, EPA, DOT), overseeing training and recordkeeping
Lead and supervise direct reports in alignment with organizational policies and applicable laws
Maintain optimal staffing levels, partnering with Human Resources for recruitment, staff development, and retention strategies
Delegate tasks to enhance business efficiency and staff growth
Manage performance, handle complaints, and resolve issues, fostering a positive work environment
Uphold superior customer service standards, ensuring prompt, courteous handling of customer inquiries
Oversee sales-related paperwork and inventory management
Collaborate with outside sales representatives, supporting their efforts and identifying sales leads
Support Branch Manager in operations, profitability, appearance, cleanliness, and customer service
Utilize TRIPS for daily shipments and coordinate preventative maintenance for company vehicles
Maintain accurate records and adhere to company policies to ensure regulatory compliance
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to create and execute action plans for business improvement
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a self-starter with a sense of urgency
Organized, detail-oriented, and goal-driven
Capability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse individuals
Familiarity with order entry, data research, and computer skills
Willingness to learn about products, services, and associated technologies
Basic leadership skills for effective staff engagement and management
Financial acumen
Associates' Degree in Business, Management, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education
Supervisory experience with demonstrated ability in personnel management
Retail experience with a focus on customer service and sales improvement
Welding/safety supply industry experience is a plus
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Demonstrated data entry skills
SAP knowledge is advantageous
Benefits
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.
Short-term and long-term disability
Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
Parental leave
Vacation
Sick time
Floating holidays
Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Company
Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. single-source supplier of gases, welding equipment and supplies, and safety products.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-11-17Acquired
1986-12-26IPO
Recent News
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