Branch Manager II

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products. It stands as one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products and a top supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. With a dedicated workforce of around 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. The company empowers its employees to share ideas, take initiative, and make impactful decisions. As a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a global leader operating in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Airgas benefits from the strength and resources of a worldwide network serving over 4 million customers and patients.

Joining Airgas means becoming part of a vibrant team that values diversity and encourages the growth and engagement of every individual. The company is committed to creating a workplace that embraces unique perspectives that come from a broad mix of backgrounds, which helps drive innovation and entrepreneurship. Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of the company’s culture, reflecting in its respectful, honoring, and valuing approach toward employees, customers, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world.

The position available is for a Branch Manager II based in Concord, CA, overseeing the daily store operations to meet and exceed sales and margin goals. This full-time role generally works Monday through Friday during daytime hours and offers a competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $105,000 annually. The Branch Manager is responsible for promoting sales, delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining inventory levels, and managing expenses effectively to support purchasing functions. This leadership role also emphasizes fostering alignment with safety and regulatory standards across the facility and staff. The manager empowers team members to provide efficient customer service, uphold strong housekeeping practices, and maintain operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include providing professional customer service across internal and external customers, assisting the outside sales team by nurturing existing client relationships and welcoming new business opportunities, handling financial transactions such as cash reports and bank deposits, and maintaining inventory accuracy including back order and purchase order reports. The manager also leads training efforts for inside sales associates on product knowledge, policies, procedures, and safety to ensure the team can perform crucial branch functions with confidence. Performance evaluations for branch associates are conducted periodically, along with acting as a bridge between employees and senior management by providing mentorship and guidance in collaboration with Human Resources.

The role requires management experience in customer-facing environments, preferably within retail or industrial distribution sectors. Candidates should have computer proficiency, strong multi-tasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and the capability to lift up to 75 lbs regularly. Airgas offers comprehensive family benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, along with a 14-week paid child birth benefit, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Benefits commence after only 30 days of employment, supporting both personal and professional growth.

Airgas is committed to equal employment opportunities, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. They stand ready to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities. This role offers not only a chance to grow a fulfilling career but also to contribute meaningfully to a leading industrial and safety products company dedicated to sustainable and safe operational practices.