20600A - Manager II, Associate General

BakeMark is a prominent company in the baking industry with over 100 years of history and a reputation for excellence in quality and service. Established as both a manufacturer and distributor, BakeMark operates through 23 branches across the United States, making it a trusted partner for bakery ingredients, products, supplies, and service. The company takes pride in its passionate and talented team members, recognizing their vital contributions to meeting the needs of customers and stakeholders. The organizational culture at BakeMark is founded on shared values and a commitment to innovation, strong partnerships, and delivering superior bakery products combined with world-class customer service. Employees are valued and supported with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid holidays, and paid time off.

The role of Branch Manager at BakeMark is a critical leadership position responsible for directing, managing, and coordinating all branch functions to achieve or surpass business objectives. Reporting to the General Manager and under limited supervision, the Branch Manager oversees procurement, production, warehousing, distribution, sales, collections, and accounting/reporting/administration. As an aspiring General Manager role, it requires a hands-on approach to managing the organization effectively and aligning branch activities with the company's strategic plan and core values of Partnership, Performance, and Passion. The Branch Manager is tasked with developing strategic plans, optimizing use of facilities, equipment, and employees, supporting marketing and sales programs, ensuring proper training for all branch personnel, and maintaining compliance with company policies and safety rules. This role also involves taking ownership of the branch’s product offering and pricing strategies, promoting the BakeMark brand, and continuously improving branch performance through leadership and management excellence. Supervisory responsibilities include direct oversight of staff across multiple departments such as sales, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, purchasing, and administration. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Project Management or a related field, with 4 to 6 years of relevant experience and training. They should demonstrate effective leadership capabilities, possess strong organizational skills, and contribute to building a positive workplace culture that encourages growth and succession planning. BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusiveness in its hiring practices.