Branch General Manager - Newark, CA

Mission Linen Supply is a family owned and privately held company that has established itself as a leading provider of products, services, and supplies for various sectors including hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, Mission Linen Supply has grown from a modest one-man operation to a prominent player in the linen rental and uniform industry, serving five western states. The company is highly recognized for its commitment to understanding, anticipating, and meeting the unique needs of its customers while maintaining a strong focus on environmentally friendly goods and services. The culture at Mission Linen Supply fosters a professional, safe, and positive work environment, offering numerous opportunities for growth and career advancement to its employees. Mission Linen Supply is currently looking for a Branch General Manager to oversee the successful operation of one of its service center branches. As the Branch General Manager, you will hold overall responsibility for the branch’s performance including staffing, training, and performance management of the service team. This leadership role requires managing a team comprising area managers, route sales personnel, and service drivers, while also spearheading the branch’s operational and financial goals. Candidates must have robust route sales management experience along with excellent customer service skills and strong business acumen that enables effective leadership and business growth. The role of Branch General Manager at Mission Linen Supply is a full-time position offering a competitive salary range between $100,000 and $120,000, with the starting pay determined based on education, experience, specific qualifications, and location. In addition to the base salary, the total compensation package includes up to $12,000 in annual incentive opportunities linked to performance, along with a car allowance to support role-related travel. This leadership role demands a hands-on, lead-by-example approach where you will directly influence account retention through superior customer relationship management and the expansion of products and services within existing accounts. Your responsibilities will also include managing key performance indicators such as labor, inventory, and operational costs, with a keen focus on boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and driving market share growth. Collaboration with the sales department will be integral to achieving branch revenue targets and maintaining the branch’s reputation for exceptional service. If you are an energetic, motivated, and hardworking professional seeking a challenging yet rewarding leadership opportunity within a company that values growth and success, the Branch General Manager role at Mission Linen Supply represents an ideal career move. The company emphasizes a respectful workplace with equal employment opportunities—welcoming applications regardless of race, gender, disability, or veteran status—with additional support available to workers with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Joining Mission Linen Supply means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to excellence, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

• Previous management and leadership experience
• Strong customer service skills and focus
• Knowledge and familiarity with route sales and service
• Familiarity with textile rental products and services or relevant experience in a like industry
• Strong business acumen to understand and analyze financial data to make good business decisions
• A bachelor’s degree or college with equivalent years of related experience
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office and related business systems including financial and route accounting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills