Are you a dynamic leader with a knack for customer service and operational management? As full-time Associate Branch Manager at QC Supply in Willmar, MN, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your skills in a rewarding environment. With a competitive salary and benefits package, you'll be able to engage with customers and maintain day-to-day operations, driving towards success. Get ready to make a significant impact on our operations while fostering customer partnerships and ensuring top-notch customer satisfaction. Join us in this exciting role where your energetic and forward-thinking approach will drive our branch to new heights.

Our Willmar, MN branch hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Group Legal Insurance, Flex Spending Account, Health Savings Account, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 401k match available after eligibility requirements are met. Apply now and take the next step in your career with QC Supply!

Hello, we're QC Supply

Sometimes the best things start out in the garage. For QC Supply, it was a small one located in Schuyler, Nebraska. QC Supply was founded in 1982 with the simple goal of helping people grow, and 40 years later, that's still at the heart of what we do. With our home base remaining in Schuyler, we went from a small-town operation to a nationwide distributor and eCommerce platform by boldly supporting the future of farming. Our commitment to that mission has propelled us to expand our reach while keeping our roots firmly planted.

What does an Associate Branch Manager do?

As the Associate Branch Manager at QC Supply, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with our Branch Manager to execute day-to-day processes and operations of our Willmar, MN location. From supporting walk-in customers in our showroom, while also flexing to pick, pack and ship, making sure orders are accurate and delivered on time, you'll be an essential part of our team. Your strong partnership skills will shine as you become a critical point of contact for any customer service-related matters, showcasing our commitment to fostering customer partnerships. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role that keeps you on your toes, this position is perfect for you.

Additionally, your presence on the floor and in the warehouse will drive process improvement initiatives, reflecting our forward-thinking approach to business management. Join us in this dynamic role where your passion for agriculture and dedication to excellence will make a real difference.

Requirements for this Associate Branch Manager job

To excel as an Associate Branch Manager at QC Supply, you'll need a diverse skill set that includes 3-5 years of proven work experience in sales or business management. Your ability to oversee all aspects of the location and ensure efficient distribution processes will be crucial. While agriculture experience is preferred, your strong understanding of distribution practices is essential to drive our operations effectively. You'll be an example in maintaining safety standards, policy adherence and housekeeping protocols.

Your keen eye for detail will come into play as you manage inbound and outbound order flows and support inventory control through daily cycle counts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and a knack for market dynamics will further support your success in this fast-paced, customer-centric role.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• 3-5 years of proven work experience in sales or business management
• Agriculture experience is preferred but not required
• Recommend to customers the best parts and equipment available with which their needs can be addressed
• Educate new customers on new products and special promotions as well as promote QC Supply products
• Properly operate office equipment, handle payment transactions, and efficiently utilize computer operating systems
• Strong understanding of distribution and the required routines in support
• Monitor and help to ensure that housekeeping, policy adherence and safety standards within the distribution space are maintained
• Contribute ideas for Continuous Improvement
• Coordinate with Sales and Marketing teams to proactively manage promotional sales lifts
• Monitor inbound and outbound order product flow
• Dispatch and issue sales order picklists to the floor for processing and shipment
• Coordinate deliveries with customer locations and monitor customer satisfaction
• Aid in the collection and reporting of key site metrics
• Audit and track facility quality and accuracy on a regular basis
• Assist with inventory management, including shelving products and performing cycle counts
• Maintain the inventory levels to ensure that there are adequate quantities on hand of all stock
• Understanding of market dynamics and ability to exercise sound business judgement
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office/ Word and Excel
• Ability to function in a fast-paced customer driven environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally as required.

Additional Notes

• This position works in an office environment with some work in a warehouse environment as well.
• Willmar, MN branch hours of operation are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Get started with our team!

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today! We look forward to hearing from you!

Benefits (Full-time roles only)

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Group Legal Insurance, Flex Spending Account, Health Savings Account, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and 401k match available after eligibility requirements are met.

AAP/EEO Statement

QC Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.