Assistant Branch Manager

Bobcat of Northern Virginia is seeking a professional, results-oriented Assistant Branch Manager to support branch operations within our agriculture and construction equipment dealership. This position works closely with the Branch Manager to help lead day-to-day activities across sales, parts, rental, and service while promoting operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, employee development, and financial performance.

Position Summary

The Assistant Branch Manager serves as a key member of branch leadership and assists in overseeing the daily operation of the branch. This role supports departmental coordination, performance management, customer relationship development, financial oversight, and compliance with company policies and safety standards. In the absence of the Branch Manager, the Assistant Branch Manager serves as the acting leader for the location.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Branch Manager in overseeing daily branch operations across sales, parts, rental, and service departments.
• Serve as Manager on Duty when the Branch Manager is unavailable, ensuring continuity of operations and customer service.
• Assist in establishing branch performance goals and support department leaders in achieving operational and financial objectives.
• Contribute to budgeting, financial reporting, and the analysis of key performance indicators to support sound business decisions.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, including assisting with negotiations, sales opportunities, and issue resolution.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to team members, including onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and annual reviews.
• Monitor local market conditions, industry trends, and competitor activity, and provide recommendations to strengthen branch performance.
• Represent the company professionally at customer meetings, trade associations, industry events, and within the local community.
• Promote adherence to company policies, operational procedures, and workplace safety standards.
• Partner with branch leadership to maintain a positive, productive, and customer-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, sales management, or branch leadership, preferably within an agriculture, construction, or equipment dealership environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in sales, financial management, marketing, parts, service, and overall branch operations.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and support strategic planning.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a proven capacity to lead, motivate, and develop employees.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable business software applications.
• Knowledge of dealership operations, equipment sales, rental, service, and parts functions preferred.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in both office and dealership environments, including occasional exposure to shop, yard, or outdoor conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

Winchester Equipment Co. offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, and Life Insurance; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match; Profit Sharing Plan; Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays; Boot Allowance; and ongoing Training and Development opportunities.

Join our team and help lead a branch committed to operational excellence, customer service, and long-term growth.