Area Branch Operations Manager

Airgas

Clinton Twp, MI

Shift: Full time

R10101786 Area Branch Operations Manager (Open) Location: Clinton Twp, MI - Retail shop How will you 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. At Airgas, we RESPECT , HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Area Branch Operations Manager in Clinton Twp, MI! We are looking for you ! Base salary plus bonus opportunities ! Monthly auto allowance mileage reimbursement Monday - Friday, no weekend work! 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 up to 14-week paid child birth benefits 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 Airgas is seeking an Area Branch Operations Manager (ABOM) to partner with and support our branch managers across retail locations. In this role, you will help advance retail sales, oversee local distribution operations, and serve as an expert resource to foster operational excellence, safety, and compliance across your area. Most of your time will be spent in the field collaborating directly with branch managers and supporting location operations and audits. Implement the company s Safety Security rules and guidelines Support and guide staff in maintaining safety security rules and guidelines Recognize and analyze customers’ needs, expectations, and priorities to propose valuable, reliable, and competitive solutions across sales channels Provides training and facilitates operational audits on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Shares insights and results with DMs/AVPs. Partners to track progress at the branches and communicate with the AVP and DM. Formulate sales and promotional strategies to advance key objectives and shared growth Partner with and support assigned sales teams to execute strategies and foster continuous growth Build alignment with key accounts and nurture long-term customer relationships Design pricing guidelines and strategy to advance market presence and customer value Partner closely with 4 to 6 branch managers to support their ongoing growth, daily operations, and team success . Advance retail sales and advance performance goals across all assigned retail locations. Conduct operational and compliance audits, acting as a supportive and knowledgeable resource for location teams. Build alignment across distribution and retail functions to deliver exceptional service and nurture safety standards. Collaborate on budget planning, Profit Loss (P L) oversight, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking to advance branch performance. ________________________ Are you a MATCH? Required Qualifications : High School Diploma or GED required Ideally, you bring experience supporting multiple locations Partnering with and developing leaders who manage teams Ideally, you bring 5 years of growing experience in branch retail sales or branch/production operations Prior experience with sales and/or operations in the distribution industry preferred Ability to read and comprehend manuals and documentation such as material safety data sheets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) Analytical skills and familiarity with key metrics utilized by sales and the Branches Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build alignment and foster relationships across functions Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; works well with others in a supportive team environment across the organization knowing who to engage to achieve shared goals . Communicates with clarity, empathy, and respect in their dealings with others Preferred Qualifications Bachelor s or Associate s Degree preferred Prior SAP experience preferred Experience with logistics, HAZMAT, and DOT preferred Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite applications Ability to read and comprehend manuals and documentation such as material safety data sheets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP s) Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative approach to resolving challenges and making recommendations Analytical skills and familiarity with key metrics utilized by sales and the Branches Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build alignment and foster relationships across functions ________________________ Benefits We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability,