Purpose of the Position:                                                                                                                                     
The Branch Distribution Manager is responsible for coordinating Sauk Rapids, Duluth, Willmar, and Virginia Branch location deliveries and leading our route and relief drivers. They will manage the day-to-day delivery operations to support our customer needs ensuring product is delivered properly and in a safe and timely manner. The Branch Distribution Manager will route all delivery vehicles daily, and dispatch accordingly. They will be responsible for coordinating fleet maintenance and will ensure our compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. This position is responsible for meeting goals set-forth by the Leadership Team and work in accordance with the company core values and culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and hold employees accountable; build the capabilities of a driven and diverse team
• Ensure employee compliance with established policies, procedures, and objectives of the Company through L-10 meetings
• Approve weekly time clock system regarding regular, overtime and Paid Time-Off hours
• Conduct employee evaluations and performance reviews
• Use Company routing software and ERP system to dispatch delivery fleet
• Review efficiency of routes using Company routing software to monitor employee productivity metrics and ensure route optimization
• Track driver’s mileage, stops, cylinders delivered, and hours worked
• Review documentation submitted by drivers each day to ensure pre/post trip inspections are properly completed
• Maintain records of vehicle maintenance to include mileage, fuel, repairs, vehicle registration and DOT compliance
• Retain and submit mileage for vehicles driven out of state ensuring compliance
• Assist with new equipment purchases within the delivery fleet through sourcing, pricing and ordering
• Maintain driver qualification files according to DOT guidelines

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform other projects as assigned by supervisor
• Fill in for delivery drivers, when required, to make necessary customer deliveries

Education, Experience and Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Class A license with Hazardous Material Endorsements required, Tanker Endorsement preferred
• 3 – 5 years or truck driving experience desired
• Previous dispatching experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of gases, cryogenics i.e. pressure and compatibility preferred
• Industry experience such as handling cylinders and/or previous knowledge of gases, tankers and mechanics is desired
• Effective oral and written communication skills and basic customer service experience
• Must be organized, have good reasoning skills, math aptitude and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook is helpful
• Be a member or work closely with Safety Committee and industry related groups

Equipment Used:

• Safety gear such as steeled toe boots, safety glasses, gloves and hard hat when appropriate
• Tractor Trailer with tailgate lift, 2 wheeler, pallet jacks, piping equipment, hoses and regulators
• Company billing and order entry software, known as TIMS
• Various plant tools including but not limited to a scanner, ratchet straps, chains, bungee cords, etc.

Job Specifications/Requirements:
Ability to stand on your feet 7 to 8 hours a day with lots of walking, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, sitting and repetitive motions. Lifting of 10-20lbs is required, may frequently lift up to 75lbs. Reoccurring pushing/pulling of 75lbs. Ability to work in moderately warm or cold conditions where high noise levels are possible. Willingness to travel as necessary for training and delivering products.

Who is OSC?

OSC is an industrial distribution company that has been providing solutions for our customer’s gas, welding and automation needs since 1959. We are based in Minnesota with multiple locations that serve businesses within MN, WI, ND, SD, and IA. We have a unique culture that creates accountability and fosters engagement amongst our employees. All of us share consistent values of honesty and integrity that are exhibited through the company’s core values. Join our team to be a part of an organization that is focused on serving its customers and employees!

Why Work for OSC!

OSC offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package from health insurance to employee fun and activities. Some of the unique benefit offerings include Retirement – 401(k), Community Connection, Health Benefits, Wellness Program, Career & Education Development, Company Involvement and much more! 

OSC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, traits associated with race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.


The annual salary range for this position is $63,557 annually - $95,336 annually. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity