Operations - Assistant Branch Manager I

Continental Battery Systems•Kissimmee, FL

About The Position

Continental Battery Systems is a rapidly growing North American PE-backed company looking to add a highly-skilled, energetic, and collaborative employee to our team. We are seeking a career-minded candidate looking for an exceptional opportunity for business contribution, professional development, and career progression. The right candidate will be energetic, customer-focused, and determined to add value within a fast-paced organization. We offer great benefits, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Substantial 401k match Robust voluntary benefits package PTO and paid holidays off Significant employee product discounts (up to 12% over cost!) At Continental Battery Systems, we want to help you grow! We invest training and resources in our employees, because we know that our people are what make our company a unique and special place to work. We offer great company discounts and a competitive benefits package, while also offering lots of opportunities for you to be your best self! Our focus on safety, wellness, and teamwork are the foundations of how we operate every day. We invite you to see for yourself. Whether in the warehouse or in an office, our dedication to excellent customer service is what binds all of our team members across the country. We also pride ourselves on providing renewable solutions and a battery recycling program that delivers reliable power to our communities while also reducing our carbon footprint. We value the positive impact our business brings to the communities we serve and are looking for a candidate to join our team that has the same outlook on customer service. The Assistant Branch Manager I (ABM1) serves as the second-in-command within the branch and plays a critical role in supporting daily operations, team leadership, and overall branch performance. This position acts as a direct extension of the Branch Manager, helping lead the team, drive productivity, and ensure operational excellence across all functions. This individual is responsible for supervising and coordinating a team of employees, ensuring workflows are efficient, expectations are clear, and performance standards are consistently met. The ABM1 assists with employee training, coaching, scheduling, and performance management, while fostering a positive and accountable work environment. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily branch operations such as order fulfillment, deliveries, inventory control, and administrative functions. This role requires strong organizational and scheduling skills to ensure proper staffing coverage and smooth day-to-day execution. The ABM1 regularly interacts with customers and clients, helping to resolve issues, maintain strong relationships, and support business growth. This individual must be comfortable stepping in to manage the branch in the absence of the Branch Manager and making sound operational decisions when needed. The ideal candidate demonstrates reliability, strong leadership ability, and a solid work history. They are hands-on, proactive, and eager to learn and grow within the organization, continuously seeking ways to improve processes and contribute to the success of the branch.

Requirements

AA Degree or equivalent preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR (minimal to no safety concerns within the past 3 years)
Minimum 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, including managing a team of at least 10 employees
Proven experience supporting daily operations, including scheduling, workflow management, and deliveries/logistics
Strong customer service experience, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and clients
Demonstrated ability to act as second-in-command or in a leadership support role
Solid and consistent work history (minimal job hopping)
Minimum 1 year working as a DD/WA/RS 2 for the Company, or
Minimum 6 months working as a MIT for the Company

Nice To Haves

Experience in warehouse, distribution, or retail operations preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting daily operations
Team leadership
Overall branch performance
Supervising and coordinating a team of employees
Employee training, coaching, scheduling, and performance management
Overseeing daily branch operations such as order fulfillment, deliveries, inventory control, and administrative functions
Interacting with customers and clients, helping to resolve issues, maintain strong relationships, and support business growth
Managing the branch in the absence of the Branch Manager and making sound operational decisions when needed