Vacancy No: 5331
Job Title: BRANCH MANAGER - TIMBER
Job Description
We are retained by a leading and long-established Timber Merchant & Importer who, due to internal promotion, are seeking an experienced, professional Branch Manager. The role requires an ambitious individual responsible for promoting and developing an already busy and established branch. This is a fantastic opportunity for a career-driven individual to play a vital role within the business, continually seeking ways to improve procedures and drive the branch forward.
Reporting to: OPERATIONS MANAGER
Role Overview
As Branch Manager, you will develop and manage the depot, providing the highest levels of customer service to maximize sales and profitability. You will lead, motivate, and support your team.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the branch is compliant with all Health & Safety regulations.
* Support, motivate, coach, and help raise the performance standards of your team.
* Understand customer needs and requirements; research accounts and identify key players.
* Build relationships with both suppliers and customers to improve sales and margin capability.
* Ensure all sales orders, follow-up sales inquiries, and delivery schedules are handled quickly and efficiently.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* Proven experience in a Timber / Builders Merchants in a managerial position.
* Experience within the building supply trade is essential.
* General construction knowledge and understanding of the construction sector.
* Excellent people management skills; self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
* Experience in team building.
* Effective communication skills.
* Customer-focused with sound commercial skills.
* Good IT skills, PC literate, with experience using Microsoft Outlook.
Location
Lancashire
Salary
Competitive remuneration package.
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