Branch Operations Manager I

Alameda Electrical Distributors & California Service Tool•San Francisco, CA

1d•$89,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Help Shape the Future of One of Northern California’s Strongest Independents. At Alameda Electrical Distributors, we’re not just another distributor — we’re a third generation, independently owned company built in Northern California for Northern California. We've grown into a strong regional leader across Northern and Central California, ranked among the Top 50 in our industry nationwide — without losing the local spirit that got us here. About Us: Two companies, one focus – we are ALCAL – comprised of Alameda Electrical Distributors and California Service Tool. With 15 locations and counting, we serve commercial, industrial, and residential contractors, facility managers, and OEMs across Northern, Central California and Nevada. Our specialties include electrical supplies, gear and lighting project management, industrial automation and controls, tools, safety, and specified products. We’re not owned by a billion-dollar corporation. We’re not driven by Wall Street. Here, your voice matters. If it makes sense, we do it. Here, you’re not a number. You have the power to directly impact our business, our people, and our clients. Our mission is simple but bold: Be our clients' most trusted partner, driving their success in the communities we serve. We are ALCAL, and we are looking for a Branch Operations Manager I who shares that spirit and ready to lead our San Francisco team. What You’ll Do: Lead daily branch operations including warehouse, delivery, inventory control, and facility management Coach and support your team to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe logistics and fulfillment Oversee performance metrics, cost controls, and operational reporting Partner with Sales leadership to align on goals and deliver excellent customer service Maintain compliance with safety standards and company procedures Drive continuous improvement through training, process oversight, and team development Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and operational excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma required, college coursework a plus
5+ years of relevant operational or warehouse leadership experience
Background in electrical, tool, or industrial supply distribution preferred
Strong experience managing teams, budgets, and warehouse performance metrics
Solid understanding of inventory control, logistics, and facility operations
Familiarity with ERP systems; Eclipse ERP experience is a plus
Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable making decisions independently
Strong ability to collaborate across departments and build team alignment
A people-first leader who thrives on developing others and driving operational success

Nice To Haves

Background in electrical, tool, or industrial supply distribution preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems; Eclipse ERP experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead daily branch operations including warehouse, delivery, inventory control, and facility management
Coach and support your team to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe logistics and fulfillment
Oversee performance metrics, cost controls, and operational reporting
Partner with Sales leadership to align on goals and deliver excellent customer service
Maintain compliance with safety standards and company procedures
Drive continuous improvement through training, process oversight, and team development
Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and operational excellence.