Branch Manager

Branch Manager

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Date:Jul 23, 2026

Location: Carthage, MO, US

Company: Leggett & Platt

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Branch Manager within our operationsteam to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Branch Manager you will have the opportunity to lead, direct, and optimize all aspects of the branch operations. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by driving performance across safety, customer service, quality, production, and continuous improvement systems, including ISO 9001:2015 and TPM.. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought.

So, what will you be doing as a Branch Manager?

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for all branch operations, including production, quality, safety, and customer service.

• Ensure effective utilization of equipment, materials, labor, and processes to meet production and financial targets.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve profitability.

• Lead efforts to achieve profitability goals and continuous cost improvements.

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and branch projections.

• Identify operational risks and implement proactive solutions.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Branch Leadership Team and broader workforce.

• Foster a positive work environment that supports employee engagement and morale.

• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to improve product quality and process performance.

• Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to align demand and production strategies.

• Maintain strong communication across all branch and corporate partners.

• Champion Lean initiatives, TPM, and ISO 9001:2015 compliance.

• Monitor operational metrics and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.

• Drive innovation and strategic thinking to improve long-term business performance.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field required.

• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, product structures, and operational workflows.

• Demonstrated expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies

• Working knowledge of MRP systems, ISO 9001:2015 standards, and TPM practices.

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.

• Strong customer focus with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Things we consider a plus:

• Lean, Six Sigma certification.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.

• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.

• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

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