The Branch Manager is responsible for overseeing daily branch operations to attain Slakey Brothers’ goals in the areas of inside sales, customer service, branch operations, human resources and profitability. The primary focus is on monitoring, planning, directing and coordinating the branches daily and long-term operations in order to maximize productivity and to ensure compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures; managing expenses to the budget; protecting the Company’s assets; and providing a safe and positive working environment for employees. The Branch Manager must establish himself in a leadership position, constantly motivating employees and customers while creating an enthusiastic and positive environment. The Branch Manager is responsible for developing confidence trust integrity and respect among employees and customers alike.Qualities of a successful Branch Manager include: •Excellent knowledge of the products Slakey Brothers sells•An understanding of Slakey’s Inside Sales, Outside Sales, Warehouse and Delivery Functions•Strong decision making abilities - understands impact and implications of decisions•Strong people management and time management skills•Ability to think creatively and identify improvement opportunities in sales and operations•A positive approach toward challenging situations•Ability to organize people and promote teamwork