Overview:   We are searching for a natural leader who is ready to make an impact by leading day-to-day operations of our branch. The ideal candidate has a passion for strategy and is interested in achieving business results while making connections with customers, job seekers, and colleagues. This position is responsible for leading a team, organizing operational activities, and executing the branch sales strategy. The Branch Manager ensures operational and financial performance is maintained, and profit margins and revenue goals are achieved. You will consistently strive to help PeopleReady realize our vision of being the talent solution for the changing world of work.   Location: Bradenton, FL   Responsibilities: Execute branch sales strategy by sourcing and qualifying new leads, developing our workforce solutions, and pricing and closing orders Manage and grow existing customer accounts by closing additional up-sell and cross-sell opportunities while maintaining consistent communication Oversee recruiting efforts to ensure that we have a qualified pool of talent to meet customer demand Strategically manage branch profit and loss (P&L) and handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts Hire, manage, train, and coach your team of branch staff and set performance goals and expectations Oversee day-to-day operations of the branch and assist with hands-on processes as needed Perform additional responsibilities as required   Qualifications: 5 years related experience; Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Prior experience managing in the staffing industry preferred Proven leadership competencies and experience Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to persuade a wide range of customer stakeholders Proficient business acumen to include financial performance, and success in developing and maintaining customer relationships Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks under pressure Valid driver’s license and good safety record required for driving to locations Possess additional qualifications as needed   Salary Range:   The salary for this position is anticipated to range between $46,000 - $57,900 per year, plus eligibility for incentive pay, subject to plan terms.   Pay is based on qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training and other considerations permitted by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.   Benefits and Well-Being:    We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://bit.ly/24benefits. 
  Physical and Work Requirements:   Branch work environment with frequent customer interaction, constantly operates a computer, phone, and other office equipment. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds. Valid driver’s license and good safety record required for driving to locations. Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Required to inspect equipment, detect safety hazards, judge and communicate risks.   TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant’s individual accessibility needs.   We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.