The Branch Manager directs all activities of a single store location and is responsible for P & L. In coordination with the Division Manager, establishes sales and profitability goals, manages proper fleet levels, is responsible for the effective leadership of branch employees, and drives a safety-first culture. Plans and establishes systems to control expenses at the branch location. Ensures high operations excellence standards, through equipment availability and reliability to customers 24/7 that supports customer service.

Essential Functions:

* Management of branch operations and personnel

* Assist with equipment demonstrations and technical support

* Sales and marketing initiatives, market share, and customer retention

* Establishes high safety standards for audits, training, and compliance with State, Federal, OSHA, and DOT regulations, drug and alcohol testing, and the safe equipment maintenance program within the branch

* Recruit, train, development, and retention of qualified Communicates job expectations and fosters a climate conducive to optimizing performance and outcomes

* Collaborate with Regional Sales Manager, and Division Sales Manager as available, to facilitate sales training as needed, promote a thorough understanding of market conditions including current customers, potential customers, and competitors for assigned territory, and design and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue goals

* Competitive pricing with existing market conditions, product quantities available, and product quality to provide customers with an affordable, yet competitively priced product

* Plans, directs, and coordinates all rental equipment operations within the branch supervised

* Fosters a customer-focused approach to sales and service

* Reviews product offering and optimizes profitable market share growth and financial performance

* Ensures accurate financial reporting and budget preparation

* Driven and results oriented; business development and KPIs to meet corporate targets

* Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong technical aptitude and understanding of construction equipment and rental industry

* Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems

* Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

* Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data

* Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

* Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

* Exceptional attention to detail

* Coaching/mentoring experience with branch personnel

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* First-class presentation skills before both small and large groups

* Exceptional organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills

* Ability to work with all levels of personnel within the organization and customer operations

* The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects

* Ability to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

* Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately

* Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and understand several abstract variables

* Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

* Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Administration, or Construction Management preferred

* Five or more years of experience in business management and/or operational management with increasingly progressive job scope and responsibilities

* Three to five years of retail or store management experience

* Proficiency in MS Office, with an emphasis in Excel and Outlook, and the use of computer applications

* Valid driver's license

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position directs and manages the Rental Services Inside Sales staff, Yard staff and if applicable other Rental Services Management (e.g. Parts, Service, & Transportation management team). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and development; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Travel:

Up to 30% travel

Physical Requirements:

* This position involves extended periods in a stationary position; additionally, occasional movement inside the office to access office machinery, file cabinets,

* This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

* This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines

* Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue

* Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

* Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina

* Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladder

* Be able to safely maneuver and work underneath equipment

* Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

* Safety training requ