What are the responsibilities and job description for the Branch Manager position at Falls of Neuse Management LLC?
American Welding & Gas, Inc. is seeking an energetic, self-motivated candidate to fill a Branch Manager position at our Tullahoma, TN location.
This is more than a management position—it's an opportunity to run your own business with the support of a financially strong, employee-focused organization. You'll lead an established branch responsible for sales, customer service, warehouse operations, distribution, production, safety, and profitability while making a direct impact on your team, customers, and community.
Whether your background is in industrial distribution, welding, manufacturing, construction supply, HVAC, compressed gases, industrial equipment, or another operational leadership environment, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join American Welding & Gas?
At AWG, we believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage. We invest in our leaders and provide the tools, support, and autonomy needed to succeed.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary
- Annual performance incentive opportunity
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance beginning Day One
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Ongoing leadership development and career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative leadership team that values your ideas and contributions
- Stable, growing company with over 75 years of industry success
What You'll Do
As Branch Manager, you'll be responsible for leading all aspects of branch performance, including:
- Creating and maintaining a culture where safety is the highest priority
- Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing branch team
- Driving profitable sales growth and expanding customer relationships
- Managing branch profitability through effective P&L oversight
- Delivering exceptional customer service for walk-in, phone, and delivery customers
- Overseeing inventory, warehouse, production, and distribution operations
- Monitoring key performance metrics and implementing continuous improvements
- Hiring, developing, and evaluating branch employees
- Collaborating with regional leadership and neighboring branches to support company initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable state and federal regulations
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a confident leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving operational challenges, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent leadership experience
- Previous experience managing an industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or retail operation
- Demonstrated success leading teams and developing employees
- Experience managing budgets, expenses, and profit & loss performance
- Strong customer relationship and business development skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business management systems
Who Thrives at AWG?
Our most successful Branch Managers are leaders who:
- Take ownership and accountability
- Lead by example
- Build trust with employees and customers
- Enjoy solving problems and improving processes
- Make sound business decisions
- Balance operational excellence with customer satisfaction
- Celebrate team success while driving continuous improvement
About American Welding & Gas
American Welding & Gas (AWG) is one of the nation's largest independent distributors of industrial, medical, specialty, and beverage gases, as well as welding equipment and supplies.
Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, AWG operates more than 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants across the United States. Our continued growth is built on a commitment to exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and investing in our employees.
We're proud to offer the stability of a well-established organization while maintaining the culture and relationships of a family-oriented company.
Join Our Team
If you're ready to lead a successful operation, develop a great team, and build a long-term career with a growing industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover why so many professionals choose to grow their careers with American Welding & Gas.
American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected