Branch Manager - Event Rentals & Site Services

INDUSTRY: Event Rentals & Site Services

LOCATION: Abilene, TX

CONTEXT: Our client, a growing equipment rental and temporary site services company, is seeking a Branch Manager / Outside Sales Representative to lead business development efforts while overseeing day-to-day branch and yard operations in Abilene, TX.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys building customer relationships, developing new business, and ensuring the branch operates safely and efficiently.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive new business through prospecting, cold calls, site visits, networking, and relationship building.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through closing and account growth.
• Conduct job walks and provide tailored rental and site service solutions.
• Oversee daily yard and branch operations, including equipment readiness, inventory, and customer service.
• Coordinate deliveries, pickups, and scheduling with operations personnel.
• Ensure safety, organization, and operational excellence throughout the facility.
• Track sales activity, opportunities, and customer interactions in CRM.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with construction, industrial, commercial, and event customers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of outside sales, branch management, or rental industry experience.
• Proven success generating new business and growing customer accounts.
• Experience in equipment rentals, site services, construction, industrial services, or related industries preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage both customer-facing sales activities and branch operations.
• Self-starter with a hunter mentality and strong sense of ownership.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.