Branch Manager Designate - Builders Merchant
  • England,East of England,Essex
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionBranch Manager Designate

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 17:00 and alternate Saturdays

Branch Manager Designate Key Responsibilities

Operational Management
*Support the day-to-day running of branch operations.
*Ensure high standards of customer service are maintained.
*Assist in managing stock levels and stock accuracy.
*Ensure compliance with all company procedures and health and safety regulations.
*Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the branch.
*Support continuous operational improvements.

Commercial Performance
*Help deliver branch sales and profitability targets.
*Identify opportunities to increase sales and margin.
*Build strong relationships with trade and retail customers.
*Work closely with internal sales and external sales teams to maximise business opportunities.
*Monitor local market activity and competitor performance.

Leadership
*Learn how to lead, motivate and develop branch colleagues.
*Support recruitment, induction and training activities where appropriate.
*Promote a positive, customer-focused team culture.
*Lead by example through professional behaviour and strong work ethic.

Customer Service
*Build lasting relationships with customers.
*Resolve customer issues promptly and professionally.
*Ensure customers receive knowledgeable advice and excellent service.
*Promote company products and value-added services.

Health, Safety & Compliance
*Ensure safe working practices are followed at all times.
*Support regular branch audits.
*Promote a strong safety culture.
*Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation.

Financial Management
*Understand branch budgets and profit and loss accounts.
*Monitor costs and help identify opportunities to improve profitability.
*Assist with credit control and cash management procedures.
*Support stock control and loss prevention initiatives.

Skills & Experience

Essential
*Previous experience within a builders’ merchant
*Previous supervisory, assistant branch manager or branch manager experience.
*Strong customer service skills.
*Good commercial awareness.
*Experience supervising or leading a team.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to build relationships with customers and colleagues.
*Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
*IT literate, including Microsoft Office.
Job number 3919900

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Company Details:
Arco Recruitment
Company size: 2-10 employees
Industry: Construction
Arco specialise in offering a wide range of jobs within the builders merchants sector and distributors of building materials throughout the UK. As wel...
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