Assistant Branch Manager

Position Purpose:
The Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) at SRS Distribution plays a critical role in supporting the Branch Manager to achieve excellence in branch operations, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This position requires a strategic mindset, operational leadership, financial insight, team development, and relationship management. ABM ensures efficient branch operations, drives revenue growth, fosters a high-performing team, and contributes to strategic planning initiatives that sustain long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Support the Branch Manager in implementing company standards, optimizing warehouse and branch operations, and driving initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency.
  
• Financial Performance: Assist in achieving branch revenue and profitability targets by monitoring financial metrics, executing sales strategies, and identifying opportunities for sales growth.
  
• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop branch staff, including warehouse personnel, drivers, and inside sales teams. Provide training, performance feedback, and foster a collaborative, high-performing workplace.
  
• Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships, proactively addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
  
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Branch Manager to develop and execute strategic plans, leveraging market and operational insights to drive branch growth and operational excellence.
  
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate and review branch performance reports, including financial results, staffing forecasting and efficiency, inventory levels, and customer satisfaction metrics, providing actionable insights for decision-making.
  
• Operational Compliance and Safety: Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures. Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse and branch environment.
  

Direct Manager / Direct Reports:

• Reports To: Branch Manager
  
• Direct Reports: Supervise warehouse and operations staff, including drivers and inside sales support. Responsible for guiding, assigning, and training personnel to execute branch operations efficiently. Collaborates closely with sales, operations, and administrative teams to achieve branch objectives.
  

Travel Requirements:
Up to 25% travel to regional meetings, customer worksites and branch locations to support operational excellence, relationships, and branch/team development.

Physical Requirements:
This role involves both office and warehouse responsibilities. The ABM must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 75 pounds. Requires use of standard office equipment, effective verbal and written communication, and ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy. Reasonable accommodations are provided as needed.

Working Conditions:
The ABM operates in a fast-paced, dynamic, hybrid environment, balancing office work, customer engagement, and warehouse oversight. Requires flexibility, problem-solving, and the ability to prioritize competing tasks. Must maintain attention to detail while managing branch operations, inventory, and customer needs effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-2 years (or more) experience in a warehouse, distribution, or supervisory/assistant management role; prior experience in building materials, roofing, or related industry preferred.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, oversee operations, and execute processes efficiently.
  
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems preferred.
  
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  
• bility to pass criminal background and pre-employment drug screening.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and revenue optimization.
  
• Project management skills, including prioritizing tasks and managing multiple initiatives.
  
• Leadership development experience and succession planning capabilities.
  
• Strong relationship management skills with a focus on retention and satisfaction.
  
• Knowledge of operational and warehouse safety protocols.
  
• Certifications: OSHA 30 hour, Forklift
  

Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Education:
Associate or Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, or related field considered beneficial but not required.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
1-2 years in a supervisory or assistant management role in warehouse/distribution; 5+ years preferred in a relevant industry.

Certifications:
Not required

Competencies:

• Leadership Proficiency: Ability to guide and motivate teams, manage change, and align staff to branch objectives.
  
• Financial Acumen: Competent in analyzing financial results (P&L), monitoring budgets, and optimizing branch profitability.
  
• Operational Oversight: Experienced in overseeing daily operations, process improvement, and compliance with company standards.
  
• Customer Engagement: Effective in developing strong customer relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  
• Strategic Thinking: Capable of contributing to strategic planning and leveraging insights to drive growth and operational efficiency.
  
• Communication Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, team guidance, and customer interactions.
  
• Analytical Capabilities: Ability to evaluate operational and financial data to make informed decisions and adjustments.
  
• Team Development: Skilled in mentoring and developing staff to achieve individual and organizational goals.
  

The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $69,100.00 to $89,800.00 annually. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits. Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, profit-sharing programs, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.

Job Location:
SRS Building Products - Castle Rock


3563 Timber Mill Pkwy Suite A Castle Rock, CO 80109


As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email to: View email address on click.appcast.io with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

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