Branch Manager

SPEC Building Materials • Houston, TX

26d • $80,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Branch Manager is responsible for the branch’s day-to-day operations and profitability, including managing associates, merchandising, marketing, and budgeting. The role oversees branch operations, team development, customer satisfaction, purchasing, inventory and cost control, fleet and logistics, facility security, loss prevention, and compliance. The manager is expected to run the business with an entrepreneurial, ownership-oriented approach and build relationships with local contractors and customers.

Requirements

• Preferably a four-year BS degree in Marketing/Sales or Business.
• Two years of prior management experience, preferably in building material distribution.
• Experience in the building material distribution industry, particularly selling residential and commercial roofing products, with demonstrated success selling those products to a local contractor base.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and the Internet.
• Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be self-motivated, and be enthusiastic about the business.
• Must have excellent customer service skills, management skills, and attitude.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Must be analytical and able to solve problems.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be ethical and honest.
• Must be dependable and have a current state-issued driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a company-required drug test.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write English to communicate with vendors, customers, and other branch employees.
• Must relocate before starting work.
• Work is in person.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of industry or industry-related experience in home building or remodeling is a plus.
• A four-year BS in Marketing/Sales or Business is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily branch operations.
• Hire and develop team associates.
• Direct and ensure safe business practices.
• Maintain customer satisfaction.
• Cultivate relationships.
• Drive growth and profitability.
• Manage purchasing.
• Oversee facility security.
• Manage product and showroom merchandising.
• Manage inventory and cost control.
• Manage the fleet.
• Oversee logistics and warehouse operations.
• Manage damage and loss prevention.
• Ensure policies and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager