Area Branch Operations Manager

Area Branch Operations Manager (Open)

Location : Piscataway, NJ - Retail shop Hamburg, NJ - Retail shop, Linden, NJ - Retail shop, Oakland, NJ (Plant) - Retail shop, Paterson, NJ - Retail shop

How Will You Contribute and Grow?

The Area Branch Operations Manager (ABOM) assists the District Manager by supporting efforts to improve the safety, profitability, effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency of the Area Branch operations and logistics. The ABOM is responsible for providing analytics, evaluation and reporting of Branch metrics and pricing initiatives. The ABOM will have Branch Managers reporting directly to them, and work closely with them to achieve District, Area, and Regional goals.

• Ensures Branch associates comply with Safety Management Systems in conjunction with the Regional Safety Department. Supports the Branches on the execution of the Accident and Injury Reduction Plans consistent with Airgas Safety Council and Safecor guidelines.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Manual, Safety Management System, SAP processes and learning tools, Business Warehouse (BW) tools, and SharePoint tools. Responsible for leading Branch associates and ensures understanding and effective use of these procedures and systems all Branches.
• Provides training and conducts audits on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Shares results with DMsAVPs. Responsible for measuring progress at the branches and communicating with the AVP and DM.
• Assists with making certain that SAP enhancements, changes, corrections, reports, and other communication from various functional leaders is shared with the appropriate associates within the business Area. Actively participates in the "cascade" of information to the branches. This may include policy changes, roll-outs, road shows, new products or services, safety compliance and other local or national projects.
• Supports the Company objective to execute Airgas's Core Strategy I and II activities in the Branches and throughout the Area.
• Compiles branch metrics for the branches within the District and identifying and communicating results and sharing best practices throughout all assigned branches.
• Communicates routinely regarding progress, obstacles, issues, and process improvement suggestions at the branches. Communicate with leadership when ineffective or poor processes are identified that are contributing to transaction inaccuracy or should be otherwise improved. Responsible for transactional accuracy and SAP proficiency.
• Promotes effective teamwork, communication and collaboration between the branch associates, field sales teams, Sales Specialists, and Business Service Center (BSC) associates.
• Conducts routine visits to Branches direct reports by identifying and evaluating branch performance, safety compliance, inventory levels, SOP compliance, and training gaps.
• Other projects / initiatives as assigned.

Are You a Match?

Required Minimum Education : High School Diploma or GED Required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.

Required Minimum Length & Type of Experience : Minimum of five (5) years of increasing responsibility in branch retail sales or branch / production operations. Prior experience with sales and / or operations in the distribution industry preferred. Prior SAP experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and SharePoint functionality.

Must be proficient with SAP utilization and system capabilities.

Ability to read and comprehend manuals and documentation such as material safety data sheets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).

Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations.

Analytical skills and financial acumen for articulating metrics utilized by sales and the Branches.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others and to create cross-functional alignment.

Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; works well with others in a cross-functional team environment across the organization knowing who to engage to achieve results. Uses candor and sensitivity in their dealings with others.

Demonstrates a clear and effective speaking manner for the purpose of explaining information.

Self-starter; self-motivated; well organized; ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail oriented.

Physical Demands :

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Employee will be required to transverse through branch office and / or production, warehouse locations.

Employee will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.

Employee will be required to observe and assess information received via computer.

Requires use of computer, telephone and operation of a motor vehicle.

Requires ability to conduct business travel by automobile up to 50% of the time.

Work Environment :

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Frequent area travel by automobile (up to 50%) to Branch Offices.

Minimal overnight travel.

Job requires visitation to various Airgas sites which have varying environments / conditions, layouts, and accessibility.

Pay Range - $85-100k

Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

Your Differences Enhance Our Performance

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience : At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and