First Supply

Branch Manager

Location US-WI-Kenosha
Posted Date 9 hours ago(10/31/2025 4:19 PM)
Job ID
2025-4520
Type
Regular Full-Time
# Positions
1
Category
Administration

Overview

First Supply is seeking a dynamic, driven individual to manage one of our distribution branches. Do you have experience working in a fast-paced, customer focused environment? Branch Managers are responsible for achieving successful financial and talent objectives for their branch, as well as local management presence for First Supply customers.

 

Become a part of a family owned, energetic company, and join a team that offers an opportunity for professional growth! If you enjoy interacting with customers and thrive in a results-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you! #SupplyYourFuture

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all branch operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and customer-focused service.
  • Actively participate in sales, customer service, and warehouse activities as needed to support the team and meet customer needs.
  • Engage directly with customers to develop and sustain strong, lasting relationships.
  • Achieve financial objectives set by the Regional General Manager and approved by the Board of Directors.
  • Identify growth opportunities and monitor market trends to drive branch expansion and increase revenue.
  • Support recruiting, onboarding, and training efforts to build a skilled, motivated team.
  • Provide guidance on personnel decisions, performance reviews, and succession planning.
  • Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with company core values.
  • Keep informed of industry developments, attending trade shows, conventions, and seminars as needed or directed to maintain First Supply’s competitive edge.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of progressive management experience with a proven record of success.
  • 2+ years’ experience in wholesale distribution preferred.
  • 1+ years’ experience in the plumbing, HVAC, or fluid handling industries preferred.
  • Solid computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office and Excel
  • ERP experience required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to interact with customers effectively in person and by telephone

 

First Supply, family-owned and operated for over 125 years, offers its employees a great benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, company paid holidays, on demand pay, education assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

About First Supply

First Supply® is a leading main channel wholesale distributor, providing industrial customers and building contractors with an extensive line of products and services. We offer a wide range of manufacturer product lines across the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, builder, waterworks, pump/well & septic, industrial, and municipal markets. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, First Supply has more than 700 employees across 29 operating facilities serving Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan.

First Supply also owns and operates 18 Kitchen & Bath Stores across five Midwestern states under the Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting and KOHLER® Signature Store by First Supply brands. Gerhard's is the largest, most versatile kitchen and bath store in the Upper Midwest, offering a wide variety of styles—from contemporary to traditional—along with unmatched service. The KOHLER Signature Stores are immersive kitchen and bath showrooms that provide a distinguished experience where designers and homeowners can get hands-on with hundreds of exclusive KOHLER products.

 

With a 128-year legacy and a people-first culture, First Supply is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow their careers. That commitment has earned national recognition, including a spot on USA Today’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the USA, as well as honors as a Woman-Led Top Workplace and an Industry Top Workplace for Distribution. 

 

First Supply LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

 

 

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