Assistant Branch Manager

Assistant Branch Manager

Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire

£Competitive (DOE) + Excellent bonus structure

Our prestigious, privately owned, client with a nationwide network of branches and over 175 years trading experience, is seeking to strengthen their operation with the addition of an experienced Assistant Branch Manager. The Assistant Branch Manager will support the Branch Manager in all areas of branch operation. Your role as Assistant Branch Manager will contribute towards the branch achieving its goals, objectives and deadlines. You will be passionate about building excellent working relationships with colleagues, customers and suppliers.

Key Assistant Branch Manager responsibilities:

• Manage the branch and personnel in a professional manner, encouraging development
• Work with Branch Manager to drive sales team, product action plans
• Control of overhead expenditure
• Ensure that the branch operates to the Company’s strict Health and Safety Policy
• HR Administration
• Contribute towards the branch marketing
• Encourage a customer driven sales culture, positioning the branch as the best local supplier of timber & building materials.
• General administration as required

Personal Assistant Branch Manager specification:

• Proven management, supervisory and people skills
• Excellent sales ability and margin awareness
• Proven track record working within the Merchant Industry
• A thorough understanding of all Company products and services
• First-class organisational skills
• Outstanding leadership skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Good IT skills

This privately owned organisation are geared for growth, with new branches opening every year there is ample opportunity for personal development.

You may currently be working as a manager in Stoke-on-Trent, Hanley, Burslem, Crackley, Tunstall, Middleport, Blythe Bridge, Uttoxeter, Leek, Nantwich, Crewe, Market Drayton or surrounding areas.