Branch Manager
Core
Lead financial and operational performance of an industrial gas and welding branch, driving sales, EBIT, and warehouse efficiency.
Role type
Senior Branch Manager (Operations & Sales)
Builds
Industrial gas, welding consumables, hand/power tools, generators, and PPE inventory and services.
Domain
Industrial gas, welding, wholesale distribution
Required skills
Branch management, P&L ownership, warehouse operations, inventory control, supplier management, team leadership, safety compliance, sales growth, cost control, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Tertiary qualification in Business/Logistics, forklift licence, experience in industrial/manufacturing/wholesale distribution
Technologies
ERP systems, inventory management software, safety management systems
Responsibilities
Drive branch profitability through ownership of Sales, Opex, and EBIT performance; Lead warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, dispatch, and delivery readiness; Manage supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and competitive outcomes; Lead, coach, and mentor a team of approximately 15 employees; Champion a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with HSE policies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC