Branch Manager Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Branch Manager includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Research local market conditions
  • Identify current and prospective sales and expansion opportunities
  • Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
  • Meet business goals and metrics
  • Share knowledge and insights with other branches and headquarters 
  • Manage budget and allocate resources appropriately
  • Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly
  • Adhere to high ethical standards
  • Comply with all regulations/applicable laws
  • Prepare and present reports on market movement and penetration
  • Direct all operational aspects such as distribution operations, customer service, human resources, administration, marketing and sales
  • Bring out the best of branch’s personnel by providing training, coaching, development and motivation
  • Locate areas for improvement
  • Propose corrective actions 

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Branch Manager duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Branch Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.