Branch Manager - Laredo, TX

Position

Branch Manager – Laredo, TX (Retail shop)

• Oversee daily store operations to achieve or advance sales and margin goals.
• Promote sales, provide excellent customer service, and ensure inventory levels are maintained.
• Balance expenses through purchase support and manage cash flow, including daily financial transaction processing.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including housekeeping.
• Lead training for inside sales associates on product knowledge and company policies.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews and provide performance mentorship.
• Act as a bridge between employees and management, collaborating with HR.
• Support the outside sales team in nurturing existing client relationships and welcoming new business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate back‑order, open‑order, and purchase‑order reports and refine inventory levels.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of management experience.
• Bi‑lingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, MSDS, and operational guidelines.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with diverse groups.
• Excellent organizational, detail‑oriented, and fast‑paced work capability.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales and distribution of industrial gases or comparable products.
• Background in retail sales and customer service.
• Knowledge of welding applications and equipment.

• Competitive base pay with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive full‑time benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, and funeral leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match and tuition reimbursement.
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits and other perks.
• Parental leave of 14 weeks paid child birth benefit.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. We comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.