Area Branch Operations Coordinator

Airgas•Miami, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is hiring an Area Branch Operations Coordinator in Miami, Florida. The role supports Airgas South facilities by providing training and guidance on Standard Operating Procedures, intranet tools, SAP processes, and computer applications used in branch operations. The coordinator regularly visits branch facilities to conduct audits and works to improve procedural knowledge, industry knowledge, and operational efficiency. The position promotes safe work practices and alignment with Airgas’s Safety Pledge and 12 Life Saving Rules. It supports compliance with applicable OSHA, FDA, and EPA requirements, including required training and recordkeeping, and promotes adherence to Specialty, Medical, and Food Gas Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Management System, and ISO requirements. The coordinator supports onboarding, shares effective practices across branches, and communicates progress, challenges, and process improvement recommendations to the Area Vice President and Region President monthly. The role requires travel up to 75% of the time. Airgas describes its workplace as diverse and inclusive and offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package. The position is based in Miami, Florida; the posting identifies the location as a retail shop.

Requirements

Be a team player with a positive attitude.
Be willing to improve skills and techniques by attending classes and/or vendor training on the employee’s own time.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Be self-starting and self-motivated, with a sense of urgency, a personable manner, and strong organization, goal achievement, focus, and attention to detail.
Be willing to travel up to 75% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and education.
Seven or more years of experience in the welding industry and/or sales, preferably both.
Experience with SAP.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Airgas South intranet, Microsoft Outlook, SAP processes, and branch operating processes.
Knowledge of the corresponding geographical areas.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, legal documents, and regulatory requirements.
Extensive industry knowledge and a passion for mentoring others.

Responsibilities

Facilitate learning and conduct audits on Standard Operating Procedures.
Assess needs and provide support and training on Airgas South intranet tools.
Assess needs and provide training on Microsoft Outlook.
Provide branch-level onboarding support to new personnel on procedures and processes.
Communicate effective practices used throughout branches.
Support teams in using ZIP files and Excel filters.
Communicate monthly with the Area Vice President and Region President about progress, challenges, and suggestions for process improvement and alignment.
Use knowledge of order entry, data research, and computer skills to support customers and suppliers.
Assist branches in aligning with Safety Management System procedures.
Support other departments that may benefit from a field trainer.
Promote safe work behaviors and staff alignment with Airgas safety practices.
Support applicable regulatory requirements, training, and recordkeeping.
Promote alignment with applicable Specialty, Medical, and Food Gas procedures, SMS, and ISO requirements.
Visit branch facilities regularly to conduct audits and improve branch knowledge and efficiency.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.