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Lowe's

Runs home improvement stores for DIYers and pros

Branch General Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Raleigh, NC, USA
In PersonIn-office in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Business & Strategy

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience leading associates in warehouse, distribution center, or large retail environments.
  • At least 3 years of experience managing profit and loss.
  • Experience building and maintaining cross-functional relationships in a matrixed environment.
  • Experience with software applications such as Microsoft Office and/or a Warehouse Management System.
  • Be available to work a set schedule that may be changed by management based on facility needs.
  • Be available to work mornings, afternoons, nights, and/or weekends based on facility needs.
  • Follow lifting guidelines limiting single lifts to 70 pounds; use team lifts minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed.
  • Use powered equipment as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
Responsibilities
  • Coach and train associates, delegate and follow up on daily tasks, manage performance, ensure adequate department coverage, and manage the daily operations of the branch.
  • Build and support a branch culture, in partnership with key stakeholders, aligned to Lowe’s mission and behaviors, with engaged and inspired employees.
  • Maintain a strategic view of branch talent needs, recruit and develop talent.
  • Drive the execution of operations strategies, analyze relevant data to inform branch-specific strategies, support customer service, proactively address branch needs, and act as Lowe’s brand ambassador for the community.
  • Hire, train, coach, motivate, and drive engagement of warehouse, driver, and branch associates.
  • Partner with field sales teams and support team members to achieve business goals.
  • Manage the flow of products in and out to provide the highest level of customer service.
  • Work with cross-functional partners in Human Resources, Asset Protection, and Sales to execute the Lowe’s Pro Supply business strategy within the branch.
  • Build and maintain cross-functional partnerships with Human Resources, Safety and Asset Protection, Sales, and Support Teams to influence overall business results.
  • Identify barriers to performance and use available cross-functional resources to diagnose issues and remove barriers.
  • Leverage financial reports and business data to support decisions that positively impact key branch metrics.
  • Create a climate that supports training and development by identifying employees’ training needs, supporting enterprise-wide and branch-level training initiatives, removing obstacles, and providing access to developmental resources.
  • Promote continuous improvement by seeking feedback and addressing opportunities in own leadership and performance.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining effective teams.
  • Experience managing resources, time, and budgets.
  • Experience working cross-functionally to identify and resolve significant process improvement opportunities.
  • Experience taking a lead role in a corporate-led initiative or leadership experience in another Lowe’s Supply Chain network facility.
  • Bilingual skills, if applicable to the facility.

About the company

Lowe's runs home improvement stores across the United States, selling tools, lumber, appliances, paint, flooring and garden supplies to do-it-yourself homeowners and professional contractors. Shoppers can buy in its stores, on Lowes.com or through its app, with options for in-store pickup and delivery to homes and jobsites. Beyond products, Lowe's sells installation and home services for projects such as kitchens, flooring, roofing and water heaters, scheduled through its stores and website. It earns money mainly from merchandise sales, plus installation fees and its co-branded credit cards for consumers and businesses. Lowe's was founded in 1946 and is based in Mooresville, North Carolina.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Mooresville, North Carolina

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Online is a growth engine: Lowe's online sales jumped 15.7% in the quarter ending July 2026.
  • Frontline staff share in results: Lowe's said in February 2026 it awarded frontline associates $125 million in discretionary bonuses.
  • Pros and home services carry growth: they powered Lowe's fifth straight quarter of positive comparable sales through July 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Corporate roles are shrinking: Lowe's cut about 600 corporate and support jobs in February 2026, including 178 in Mooresville.
  • Do-it-yourself demand is stalling: in August 2026 Lowe's cut its fiscal 2026 outlook to flat comparable sales.
  • Sales hinge on housing: in August 2026, CEO Marvin Ellison called it his toughest housing market since the financial crisis.

What makes Lowe's unique

  • Lowe's also finishes new homes: its Artisan Design Group unit installs flooring, cabinets and countertops for home builders.
  • Lowe's owns a drywall wholesaler: Foundation Building Materials supplies contractors from over 370 US and Canadian branches.
  • Store staff get built-in AI help: Mylow Companion, made with OpenAI, answers product, project and stock questions on associates' devices.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Performance Bonus

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Oct 22nd, 2026
Lowe's Pro sales grow as sales hit $26B, but profit stalls and margin slips to 13.7%

Lowe's stock fell 17.2% over the past year, while the S&P 500 returned 16.5%. Homeowners are holding back on do-it-yourself spending, but the retailer says two acquisitions, FBM and ADG, position it to win more business from larger professional contractors. Sales for the quarter ended July 31, 2026, rose 8.3% to $26 billion, helped by Pro, Online and Home Services. Online sales grew 15.7%. Profit has not followed. Earnings held at $2.4 billion, and operating margin slipped to 13.7% from 14.5%. Comparable sales rose just 0.2%, and comparable transactions fell 2.1%. Management expects adjusted earnings per share in the third quarter to be about 7% below a year earlier. It also expects continued pressure on FBM and ADG from weak new home construction.

Yahoo Finance
Oct 16th, 2026
Lowe's falls 23% in 2026 to near $186, offering a dip-buying chance with 55 years of dividend hikes

Lowe's shares are down about 23% this year and trade near a 52-week low of $186. The stock has fallen about 15% since the home improvement retailer reported second-quarter earnings on August 19. Revenue rose 8% year over year to $26 billion, but same-store sales were flat and earnings were flat on acquisition costs. Lowe's also cut its guidance to the lower end of previous ranges, as high mortgage rates and inflation weigh on housing and home improvement spending. The price/earnings ratio has dropped to 16, a three-year low. Lowe's has raised its dividend for 55 consecutive years and has a payout ratio of 38%. About 72% of Wall Street analysts rate the stock a buy. The median price target of $254 implies 36% upside.

Yahoo Finance
Oct 14th, 2026
Lowe's shares down 18% as rivals use tariff refunds to cut prices on $90.4B sales

Lowe's shares have fallen about 18% over the past twelve months, while the S&P 500 gained about 18%. Management said customers were cautious in fiscal Q2 2026, and rivals used tariff refunds to cut prices, mainly on seasonal goods in July. Lowe's chose not to match some of those promotions, which were not in its financial plan. Comparable transactions fell 2.1%, but a 2.3% rise in average ticket kept comparable sales up 0.2%. Operating margin was 11.4% over the past twelve months, down from 12.4%. Management expects the price cutting to ease in the second half. It moved its full-year sales target to the bottom of its range, at about $92 billion, and expects fiscal Q3 adjusted earnings per share about 7% lower.

Yahoo Finance
Oct 2nd, 2026
Lowe's stock drops 26% as growth shifts to larger contractors through acquisitions

Lowe's stock has fallen 26% over the twelve months to September 30, 2026, whilst the S&P 500 returned 14%. The home improvement retailer has shifted strategy, targeting larger professional contractors through acquisitions of Foundation Building Materials and Artisan Design Group. Sales reached $26 billion in fiscal Q2 2026, up 8.3% year-over-year. However, comparable sales rose just 0.2%, meaning nearly all growth came from the recent acquisitions rather than existing operations. Management lowered its full-year sales outlook to approximately $92 billion, expecting comparable sales to remain flat. The company cited pressure from weak do-it-yourself demand and difficult building market conditions. Comparable purchases fell 2.1%, driven by weather-sensitive categories. As of September 30, 2026, Lowe's shares traded at 15.5 times trailing earnings, below the S&P 500's 21.7 multiple.

PR Newswire
Sep 24th, 2026
Lowe's launches drone delivery in 20 minutes for DIY essentials in North Carolina pilot

Lowe's has launched drone delivery at its Matthews, North Carolina store, becoming the first home improvement retailer to offer the service. The pilot programme, conducted in partnership with Wing and DoorDash, delivers select items in as fast as 20 minutes. Customers can order through the DoorDash app, selecting from eligible products including hand tools, paint supplies, and household essentials. Wing drones currently transport orders weighing approximately 2.5 pounds per flight. The service addresses a common problem for DIY and professional customers who forget supplies mid-project. It joins Lowe's existing same-day fulfilment options, including buy online, pick up in store and curbside pickup. The initiative builds on Lowe's broader technology investments, including Mylow, its AI assistant that has answered more than 25 million customer questions since launching in 2025.