Branch Manager | Industrial Bearings | Maine

Branch Operations Manager

Take ownership of a critical, high-impact operation. Join a stable, growing organization with strong customer relationships.

Our client is a well-established New England-based distributor specializing in bearings, motion control, automation, power transmission, and other industrial products. The company has built a strong reputation through decades of service to OEM and industrial customers, delivering highly technical solutions, dependable supply chain support, and exceptional customer service. Known for its relationship-driven culture, the organization partners closely with customers to help optimize operations, improve equipment reliability, and meet critical production demands. Currently experiencing significant growth, the company continues to invest in its people, operational capabilities, and market expansion initiatives. With a high-value distribution model, long-standing customer relationships, and a commitment to operational excellence, the organization offers employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a stable and growing business. Team members benefit from a collaborative environment, strong leadership support, and the ability to work alongside experienced industry professionals serving some of the region's most important industrial and manufacturing customers.

Job Description

• Lead all branch operations, including inventory management, purchasing, warehouse, assembly, and customer service functions.
• Manage and develop a team across Inside Sales, Warehouse, and Assembly departments.
• Maintain inventory levels and purchasing strategies for specialized products with extended lead times.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and serve as the face of the branch.
• Oversee vendor-managed inventory programs and ensure customer supply commitments are met.
• Partner with Inside and Outside Sales teams to support customer retention and business growth.
• Drive branch profitability through effective financial management, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor branch performance metrics and implement strategies to achieve revenue, service, and profitability goals.
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration and develop team versatility across operational functions.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction through responsive service and operational excellence.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 5+ years in inventory management, supply chain, purchasing, operations, or branch leadership within a distribution, manufacturing, industrial, or related environment.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing cross-functional teams across functions such as customer service, inside sales, warehouse, assembly, or operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory planning, forecasting, and managing products with extended lead times and customer supply commitments.
• Customer-focused professional with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and internal stakeholders.
• Comfortable balancing operational responsibilities with commercial objectives, including supporting sales growth and customer retention initiatives.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems and operational data to drive efficiency and performance; Prophet 21 experience is a plus.

What's on Offer

• $115K base salary target
• Quarterly bonus opportunity totaling approximately $20K annually based on performance.
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

Job summary: Sector: Sales. Sub Sector: Sales Manager/Director/VP. Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing. Where: Maine. Contract Type: Permanent. Consultant name: Jessica Fitch. Job Reference: JN-082026-7085105. Job Nature: Hybrid working.