Branch Manager - Military veterans preferred

Ruppert Landscape

Ruppert Landscape provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ruppert Landscape complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


Position Title: Branch Manager

Location: Jacksonville, FL, United States

Job Category: Landscape Maintenance

State: Florida

City: Jacksonville

Description

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape maintenance and construction company combined as a privately and employee-owned contractor and service provider. A multi-state presence with a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Branch Manager in the Jacksonville, FL market to lead our landscape maintenance team! As a key leader in our organization, you will oversee day-to-day operations, manage client relationships, and ensure the highest standards of service in the landscape industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, and mentor team members within the branch, ensuring effective performance and cohesion.
• Oversee various service lines, including but not limited to irrigation, enhancements, safety, and agronomics.
• Provide solution-driven problem-solving to meet customer needs and expectations.
• Negotiate contracts with clients and vendors, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
• Recruit, train, and lead the team to maintain the highest performance standards.
• Focus on building internal talent and fostering professional growth to strengthen the team.
• Drive and implement a safety program to ensure adherence to company safety standards.
• Manage and track branch KPIs to ensure alignment with local market goals.
• Ensure timely delivery of reports, branch updates, and financial statements.
• Oversee branch budgets, focusing on growth, profitability, and efficient resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the Business Development team to identify new leads and growth opportunities for the branch.
• Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.

• Strong ability to manage and develop a diverse team across various positions and skill levels.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in P&L management within a commercial or landscape services industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Capable of running efficient and productive meetings.
• A Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Horticulture, Business Management, or a related field is preferred

• Competitive salary
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture

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