Branch Manager

Triple-S Steel•Brownsville, TX

56d•Onsite

About The Position

At Triple-S Steel, we live and work by our core values: Stability, Flexibility, and Chemistry. Since our inception over 50 years ago, we have expanded from a small family retail operation in Houston to selling over 1 Million tons per year across the US and S. America. We supply steel for bridges, stadiums, barges, and large buildings, always treating our customers and employees like family. The key role of the Branch Manager is to ensure the wellbeing and safety of employees while leveraging the strengths of the overall company to achieve the highest possible returns. The manager is expected to lead with the highest level of integrity while promoting the Triple-S culture and operating within the company policies. The manager is also expected to foster an environment that allows all employees equal opportunities and regular honest and unbiased feedback on their performance. The Branch Manager is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for multiple locations, including Brownsville, TX and Pharr, TX. Working in partnership with Sales, Purchasing, and Finance, the Branch Manager will establish and achieve targets related to Sales, Operations, Gross Profit, Inventory Levels, and Inventory Accuracy. This role is responsible for leading, coaching, and developing branch personnel; driving operational excellence; ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards; fostering employee engagement and accountability; and supporting the overall growth and profitability of the branches.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Distribution, or Operations Management, or five years of progressive management experience in the Metals Distribution Industry
Three years of Sales Management Experience, preferably in the Metals Distribution Industry.
Two years of Operations/Operations Management Experience, preferably in the Metals Distribution Industry.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence.
Financial acumen, including budgeting and P&L management.
Ability to analyze data and make sound business decisions.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of metals distribution products and markets; experience with aluminum, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and titanium is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Previous General Management Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and promote a safe work environment across all assigned locations.
Manage branch performance, profitability (P&L), and effective utilization of company assets.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development for managers and employees; oversee performance evaluations and goal setting.
Partner with HR to ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and compensation guidelines.
Support sales growth by maintaining key customer relationships and addressing customer concerns.
Drive operational productivity through performance metrics, continuous improvement, and workforce planning.
Ensure sound credit decisions in partnership with the Regional Credit Manager.
Oversee inventory levels, inventory accuracy, purchasing coordination, and demand forecasting.
Manage operating expenses and capital expenditures within approved budgets.
Communicate branch performance, business objectives, and market conditions to employees.
Implement company best practices and promote collaboration across locations.
Make hiring and employment decisions in accordance with company policies and HR guidelines.
Prioritize company-wide objectives while balancing branch operational needs.
Support cross-functional projects and other duties as assigned.