Senior Branch Manager - Waterworks

Ferguson Enterprises•Meridian, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a Senior Branch Manager to lead its Waterworks branch operations in Meridian, Idaho. 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 Senior Branch Manager leads a larger, more complex branch; coordinates between branches; drives operational improvement, performance goals, long-term growth, and expansion; and provides guidance and leadership development to branch managers. The role also liaises between branch operations and senior corporate leadership, oversees financial planning and analysis, builds strategic relationships with major clients, vendors, and community stakeholders, and delegates operational tasks to focus on oversight and performance tracking.

Requirements

Experience in day-to-day branch functions and people management.
Proven ability to lead teams and complex operations.
Demonstrated success in planning, financial management, and leading cross-functional teams.
Strong mentoring and coaching skills, with a passion for developing future leaders.
Strong sales skills and 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 daily operations of a complex Waterworks branch.
Coordinate between branches to ensure alignment with company objectives.
Drive operational improvement, performance goals, long-term growth, and expansion.
Mentor branch managers and develop future leaders.
Serve as a liaison between branch operations and senior corporate leadership.
Oversee 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 operational tasks to branch managers or team leads and track performance.
Influence sales, develop new business, and gain new customers.