Assistant Branch Manager

Kelowna, BC

Assistant Branch Manager

Join Our Team – Where Your Career Builds as Strong as Our Materials!

Founded in 1972, our company is North America’s trusted distributor of top-tier construction materials. With over 40 locations in the US and Canada, we’ve grown into a leader in the industry, but we never forget the core values that got us here: exceptional products, outstanding customer service, and a genuine commitment to helping our customers thrive.

We don’t just offer jobs – we offer career-building opportunities. Here, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive, and fun environment where your voice matters, your growth is a priority, and success is something we all share.

We’re looking for passionate individuals who want to make an impact, bring fresh ideas, and be part of a team that values integrity, hard work, and collaboration. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for your next challenge, this is the place to build something meaningful – for yourself, for our customers, and for your future.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people and offering them the chance to advance.
• Teamwork at Its Best: Success isn’t just about individual effort – it’s about what we achieve together.
• Commitment to Safety: Your well-being is a top priority, every day.
• Comprehensive & Competitive Benefits: Robust benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health and well-being, and peace of mind, which also include:
• Employee Assistance Programs and telemedicine services
• Retirement saving plans
• Employee referral bonuses
• Paid training and development
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time and company-paid holidays)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

If you're driven to make an impact, build strong relationships, and contribute to something that matters — then this is the place for you. Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something bigger? We’d love to meet you. Join us and help shape the future of construction, one delivery at a time.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Branch Manager in developing and maintaining procedures to drive operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor daily branch operations to ensure orders are prepared and shipped accurately and on time.
• Support the implementation of corporate, regional, and branch initiatives, act as a positive advocate for change.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, customers, distributors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond to and resolve customer complaints, inventory discrepancies, and safety incidents in a professional, solutions-oriented manner.
• Monitor inventory levels through regular cycle counts, inspections, and accurate documentation; address and report issues such as damaged or outdated stock.
• Support annual inventory counts by coordinating teams and ensuring processes are followed.
• Assist in creating and maintaining employee work schedules and shift coverage, adapting as operational needs change.
• Provide training, mentorship, and coaching to employees to support a positive and productive workplace culture.
• Collaborate across departments to promote efficient processes and a customer-centric approach.
• Serve as a point of contact for outside sales representatives, assisting in resolving operational requests and inquiries.
• Perform operational duties as needed, including dispatch, warehouse, sales support, and customer service.
• Actively promote a safety-first environment; report and escalate hazards and incidents as required.
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities to support branch staffing needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of industry-related experience in building materials, distribution, logistics, or inventory management.
• Experience in a team-supportive or operational role; previous leadership support or coaching experience is considered an asset but not required.
• Forklift and/or heavy-duty equipment experience required; valid forklift license is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.
• Post-secondary education in business, logistics, or supply chain management is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with inventory management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt, prioritize tasks, make decisions, and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment.
• Able to meet physical job demands: lifting (up to 75 lbs), bending, standing, walking, and driving.
• Safety-conscious, proactive, and attentive to hazard prevention.