Branch Manager

Branch Operations Manager

The Branch Operations Manager leads day-to-day operations, drives revenue and service growth, and ensures safe, efficient, high-quality performance across the branch. This role builds strong customer and supplier relationships, improves processes, and develops a high performing team that consistently delivers operational and financial results.

Responsibilities

Job Duties (functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Participates in the direction, strategies, and implementation of all programs for the operations of the branch.
• Review, improve and oversee marketing and advertising programs at each branch.
• Review and oversee development of policies and procedures for purchasing, inventory management, quality assurance, health and safety, education, and training.
• Work closely with engineering to help with new product development and the successful installation where needed.
• Work effectively with Marketing, Engineering, and all other functions.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, good judgment, and the ability to achieve consistent high levels of results.
• Oversee scheduling and dispatch efficiency.
• Ensure consistent operating hours.
• Drive residential and commercial sales growth.
• Develop contractor and builder relationships.
• Develop strategies to obtain new accounts and strengthen relationships with existing accounts.
• Develop specific strategies for each of the following growth areas: Increase product sales of the entire product line, increase parts and service sales; large focus in this area. Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the business.
• Provide ongoing contributions to the company's marketing and sales planning and development efforts.
• Communicate new business opportunities and market intelligence to the company.
• Demonstrate effective negotiating skills in all aspects of interaction.
• Develop and maintain programs and relationships with key suppliers.
• Full P&L ownership, budget development, and cost control.
• Provide accurate monthly forecasts and monthly reports.
• Review and participate in development of management information systems, internal policies, processes, and controls to identify and manage business risks.
• Hire, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Ensure wage/hour and safety compliance.
• Review and participate in development of management information systems, internal policies, processes, and controls to identify and manage business risks.
• Follow corporation guidelines and policies as required within the operations.
• Review and oversee development of policies and procedures for purchasing, inventory management, quality assurance, health and safety, education, and training.
• Report energizing industry trends for management and research and development staff.
• Owns branch EHS performance and ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and company policies.
• Implements and enforces safe‑work practices in office, warehouse, and field operations (lockout/tagout, lifting/rigging, ladder use, powered equipment).
• Ensures PPE usage and training compliance for employees and subcontractors at shops and job sites.
• Oversees incident/near‑miss reporting and root‑cause analysis; drives corrective and preventive actions.
• Conducts/oversees regular safety inspections and toolbox talks; tracks and resolves findings.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time at their sole and complete discretion.

Qualifications

Experience

• A minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in the door industry, building products, construction trades, or closely related service-based industries.
• Direct experience in the overhead door industry providing products, installation, and service to businesses and/or end users via a field deployed workforce is highly preferred.

Education

• A Bachelors' degree or equivalent, preferably in Business, Marketing or Engineering is required.

Required Skills

• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic while maintaining strict confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite specifically in outlook, excel, and word.
• Demonstrated success managing full P&L responsibility (budgeting, forecasting, margin management, operational (KPIs) for a branch, business unit, or multi-team operation is preferred.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Good listening skills.
• Brings a dynamic, engaging leadership presence with strong relationship-building skills that inspire enthusiasm and alignment both inside the organization and with external partners.
• Demonstrates confidence and sound judgment, able to command respect, think decisively, and operate independently while maintaining a strong entrepreneurial mindset and contributing effectively as a collaborative team member.
• Applies creative, goal-driven thinking to achieve strong results, maintaining focus on immediate targets without compromising long-term strategic priorities.
• Must possess a strong mechanical/technical aptitude and be good with numbers. An understanding of the construction industry with the ability to understand plans and specifications.
• Must understand both pricing and P&L as it relates to customers.
• A versatile individual with the ability to manage multiple cultures, as well as strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates resilience and strong personal tenacity, willing to take calculated risks, learn from setbacks, and continuously improve performance.

Work Conditions (use checklist)

• Mix of office, warehouse, and field environments, including exposure to noise, equipment, and outdoor conditions.
• Occasional use of PPE when entering operational or job‑site areas.
• Fast‑paced setting with shifting priorities; may require extended hours as business needs arise.
• Occasional travel for meetings, training, or site visits.

Physical Requirements (use checklist)

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move between offices, warehouse, and job site environments.
• Ability to lift to 25–40 lbs. occasionally and navigate stairs or uneven surfaces as needed.

Job Info

• Job Identification 4510
• Job Category Administrative/Office Services
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 12215 Kirkham Rd, Poway, CA, 92064, US
• Brand Wayne Dalton Sales and Service