Senior Branch Manager - Waterworks

FERGUSON•Meridian, ID

2d•$4,542 - $11,250

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a Senior Branch Manager to lead its Meridian, Idaho Waterworks branch. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising daily operations, driving strategic initiatives, and influencing regional performance. The manager leads complex branch operations, mentors leaders, and aligns execution with company-wide goals. The position reports to the General Manager, directly oversees 8–10 associates, and manages branch volume of $50–$60 million. The role leads a larger, more complex branch and coordinates with other branches to align with company objectives. It takes a strategic approach to operational improvement, long-term growth, expansion, and performance goals. The Senior Branch Manager mentors branch managers, serves as a liaison between branch operations and senior corporate leadership, and handles sophisticated financial planning and analysis that may influence regional budgets. The role also builds strategic partnerships with major clients, vendors, and community stakeholders, represents the company at high-profile events or negotiations, and delegates routine operational tasks while focusing on oversight and performance tracking.

Requirements

Experience in day-to-day branch functions and people management, with the ability to lead teams and complex operations.
Significant experience as a branch manager or in an equivalent leadership position, with a proven record of handling complex operations and leading teams effectively.
Demonstrated success in planning, financial management, and leading cross-functional teams.
Strong mentoring and coaching skills, with an interest in developing future leaders.
Strong sales skills and the ability to influence sales, develop new business, and gain new customers.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills with customers, vendors, and associates.
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities at all levels.
Detailed understanding of compliance, safety guidelines, and industry standards.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the water, wastewater, or related infrastructure industries is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead complex Waterworks branch operations and supervise daily operations.
Coordinate between branches to align operations with company objectives.
Drive operational improvement, long-term growth, expansion, and performance goals.
Mentor branch managers and develop future leaders.
Serve as a liaison between branch operations and senior corporate leadership.
Conduct financial planning and analysis, potentially influencing regional budgets.
Build strategic partnerships with major clients, vendors, and community stakeholders.
Represent the company at high-profile events or negotiations.
Delegate hands-on operational tasks and oversee branch performance.
Lead teams and cross-functional collaboration, and influence sales and new-business development.
Maintain compliance with safety guidelines and industry standards.