About this opportunity
Johnstone Supply The Balsan Group lists this Branch Manager opportunity in lewiston, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Branch Manager
Lead the Team. Grow the Business. Make an Impact.
Location: Lewiston, ME
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday
Compensation: $70,000-$95,000 annually + Performance- Based Bonus Are you a natural leader who knows how to build a strong team, grow sales, and deliver an exceptionalcustomer experience?
Johnstone Supply The Balsan Group is looking for an experienced Branch Manager to lead one of our wholesale distribution locations. This is more than an operations role—you’ll have the opportunity to own the success ofyour branch, develop your people, strengthen customer relationships, and drive profitable growth.
If you’re competitive, accountable, customer-focused, and energized by leading a team, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
As Branch Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall performance and success of your location, including:
Lead & Develop: Coach, motivate, and hold your team accountable to high standards.
Drive Sales: Develop new business, strengthen existing customer relationships, and identify opportunities for growth.
Own the Numbers: Monitor sales, profitability, expenses, inventory, and other key performance indicators.
Deliver Great Customer Service: Build a customer-first culture and ensure our customers receive the service they expect.
Build a Winning Team: Recruit, train, develop, and retain top talent.
Create Accountability: Set clear expectations and follow through on performance.
Manage Operations: Ensure the branch operates safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
Partner Across the Business: Work closely with sales, warehouse, purchasing, and leadership teams to achieve company goals.
Lead by Example: Be visible, engaged, and hands-on with your team and customers.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who can lead from the front and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves.
You bring:
3+ years of leadership or management experience, preferably in wholesale distribution, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, industrial, or a related industry
Strong sales and business-development skills
Experience managing and developing employees
A track record of achieving goals and improving performance
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
The ability to make decisions, prioritize, and hold others accountable
A customer-first mindset and strong business acumen
Even better if you have:
Wholesale distribution experience
HVAC/plumbing industry knowledge
Experience managing a sales and warehouse team
Experience managing a P&L or branch-level financial performance
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make the branch your own.
You’ll have the leadership support, resources, and autonomy to build a high-performing team and grow the business in your market. We believe great leaders should be recognized for the results they deliver—and we offer competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
What you can expect:
Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Benefits package
Paid time off
Opportunities for career advancement
Leadership development and training
A team-oriented, growth-focused culture
The opportunity to make a direct impact on branch and company success
Ready to Lead?
Your next leadership opportunity starts here.
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Worksite address
lewiston, ME, 04241, US
Who can apply
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