Branch Manager - Guelph, ONBuild a Strong Team. Drive Performance. Lead the Business.Reporting to the Senior Vice President, the Branch Manager has overall responsibility for the performance of the branch, including operations, production, sales and customer relationships, quality, safety, inventory, shipping and receiving, purchasing, and financial performance.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong teams, improving operations, developing customer relationships, and taking ownership of business results. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success of the facility while working with a Canadian organization with a strong presence in the infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
What You'll DoAs Branch Manager, you will provide leadership and direction across the facility while ensuring the branch operates safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on customers and results.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead and develop the team by providing clear direction, coaching, support, and accountability across customer service, production, and operations.
- Own branch performance, including the development and management of the annual operating budget and achievement of operational and financial objectives.
- Plan and optimize production to meet current and forecasted customer demand while maximizing the effective use of labour, materials, equipment, and capacity.
- Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring employees follow company policies, safe work practices, and applicable health and safety legislation.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, equipment performance, product quality, working conditions, and overall operational efficiency.
- Support and participate in the facility's quality management processes and promote a culture of quality throughout the operation.
What You BringWe are looking for a collaborative leader who combines strong operational knowledge with sound business judgment and a genuine ability to lead people.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- A Bachelor's degree or College diploma in business, engineering, operations management, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Proven leadership and management experience in production, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or a related environment.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and manage operational and financial performance.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively address people, production, and resource challenges.
- Strong customer service and relationship-management skills with a focus on maintaining and growing customer relationships.
- A proactive, self-motivated leadership style with the confidence to make decisions, take initiative, and drive results.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Strong team-building skills and a demonstrated ability to engage, coach, and develop employees.
Why Join Armtec?At Armtec, we recognize that our success depends on the people who make it happen. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package along with opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career.
Our offering includes:
- Competitive salary
- Company-paid extended health, dental, and vision benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Wellness program
- Free onsite parking
- Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities
- The opportunity to lead a facility and have a direct impact on its people, customers, and business performance
If you are an experienced operational leader who enjoys developing people, improving performance, and taking ownership of results,
we'd like to hear from you.