Assistant Branch Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are Part of the TAL Building Centers Family of Stores

Based in Vancouver, Washington, TAL Building Centers is a family-owned company helping to build better communities. At our building centers located throughout the Pacific Northwest, we create a positive experience for our customers, pros and homeowners alike, by providing guidance for innovative, smart building solutions. Our mission and core values drive everything we do.

Our Mission

We Help Build Better Communities 

Our Core Values

We Are the Guide

We Are Courteous

We Are Ambitious

We Are Accountable

We Are Safe

So, why TAL? Because we're more than just a job – we're an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Embrace your potential, and together, let's build a brighter future. 

Role Statement

To assist the branch manager in achieving company objectives, including sales and profit goals, customer satisfaction and a highly motivated and productive staff. Ensure maximum return on investment (ROI) and long-term growth while safeguarding assets.

Outcomes for Success

• Accomplish the branch’s business plan goals.
• Assist branch manager in recruiting, hiring, promoting, training and terminating employees.
• Schedule personnel to assure adequate customer service, with high level of customer satisfaction.
• Assume responsibilities of branch operation in absence of manager.
• Assist with branch sales, marketing and merchandising program.
• Monitor sales invoices and margins and approve accounts payable when assigned.
• Purchase selected commodities and products as needed to meet customer needs and facilitate sales.
• Assist with inventory and expense control.
• Comply with all policies and regulations pertaining to business.
• May give direction to retail branch supervisor, yard supervisor or yard leader and contractor sales in the fulfillment of his/her responsibilities.
• Assist with a total loss prevention program including security, safety and maintenance of equipment, vehicles and property.
• May assist in preparation of budget needs and annual reports of branch.
• May directly supervise one or more operational sections activities.
• May perform duties of yard/warehouse/driver as needed in smaller yards.
• May perform others task as assigned by Branch Manager.
• May interview job applicants, conduct orientation of new employees, and plan training programs.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Benefits are an important part of overall compensation. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive array of quality benefits to support your health, your family, and your way of life.

Our benefits package for our full-time, benefit eligible employees is robust:

• Affordable health and dental insurance via a national network.
• HSA employer contributions.  
• Employer paid vision insurance.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Excellent paid time off, including your birthday!
• 401k options.
• Strong commitment to training, professional development and career advancement.
• Product discounts.
• Tons of other incentives, reward & recognition opportunities, and voluntary benefits!

• Capacity to manage teams of people and drive process improvements.
• Assess and prioritize quickly when faced with multiple issues or tasks.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Great customer service aptitude.
• Not afraid to dive in and take a proactive approach to learning when in new environments.
• Industry knowledge a plus but not a requirement.
• Comfortable skill level with Microsoft Office products (specifically Outlook and Excel).
• Prior managerial experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit or stand and walk or maneuver around the branch.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling up to 35 lbs. 

Wages

Starting wages will be based on years of experience and education.

TAL Building Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.