Job Title: Branch Manager Designate
Location: East London
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (DOE) + Guaranteed Bonus, Company Car
OTE: £60,000+
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Trade / Construction Supplies
Overview:
We’re working with the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier to find a Branch Manager Designate for the East London region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a manager-led organisation that puts autonomy and ownership at the heart of every branch.
As a Branch Manager Designate, you’ll be developed and supported to step into a Branch Manager role of your own in the near future. In the meantime, you’ll receive a guaranteed bonus, full training, and exposure to everything it takes to successfully run a depot.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Taking ownership of branch operations, including full P&L responsibility
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Leading, developing, and motivating your team to exceed performance targets
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Recruiting, coaching, and managing talent within the depot
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Building strong relationships with local tradespeople and customers
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Driving sales through a deep understanding of customer needs and the local market
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Working closely with head office and regional teams for ongoing support and development
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Maintaining high standards in customer service, health & safety, and stock management
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven management experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
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A natural leader who can inspire and bring the best out of a team
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Sales-focused with a strong commercial acumen
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Target-driven with excellent problem-solving skills
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Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
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Results-orientated with a passion for delivering excellent customer service
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Self-motivated, ambitious, and resilient under pressure
What’s in It for You:
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Competitive basic salary up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
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Guaranteed bonus until you’re assigned your own branch
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Monthly bonus scheme with OTE of £60,000+
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Company car provided
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Team incentives and regular outings
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Generous pension scheme – up to 12% company contribution
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24 days holiday (rising to 26 after 5 years’ service)
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Staff discount across all products
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Buy-as-you-earn share scheme
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Real career progression within a growing and profitable business
About the Company:
With over 900 depots across the UK and Europe and more than 460,000 loyal trade customers, our client is the leading name in trade kitchens, joinery, and hardware supply. They generated £2.3 billion in sales last year and continue to grow at pace. Recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Big Companies to Work For, they offer a unique combination of autonomy, reward, and opportunity.
Ready to take the next step in your career with a business that lets you lead from the front? Apply now and become part of a high-performance team that delivers results — and gets rewarded for it.
Please contact Gemma Creasey at Oval Deene Recruitment