Branch Manager - Ware
If youre a decisive, commercially minded leader who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and a hands-on, client-facing role, this is a standout opportunity to run and grow a well-established branch.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, an established industrial engineering business with a long-standing reputation, for an experienced Branch Manager to take full ownership of their Hertfordshire operations, in Ware.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role where youll run the branch as your own business-driving performance, developing people, and ensuring contracts are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest standard.
The Role
Youll have overall accountability for branch performance, reporting directly to the Operations Director and working closely with them on strategy, operations, and growth. Your remit will span finance, operations, sales, people management, and future expansion.
This is a hands-on role -no two days are the same. The right candidate will also be client-facing, promoting the business, building relationships, and driving sales while managing the branch team.
Key Responsibilities
* Full responsibility for branch operations, performance reporting, and future planning
* Ownership of monthly and annual P&L, ensuring margins are maintained
* Oversight of factory and field operations, ensuring labour and resources are correctly allocated
* Working closely with sales and project teams to deliver contracts efficiently and profitably
* Managing internal and external sales activity to secure the right contracts at the right price
* Ensuring appropriate plant, transport, and investment are in place
* Leading on health & safety, quality, and environmental standards
* Full HR responsibility including recruitment, training, development, and performance management
* Identifying and driving opportunities for growth and expansion
What Were Looking For
* Minimum 5 years experience as a Branch Manager
* Experience within engineering, steel, or industrial doors
* Strong people leadership skills with a proven ability to build, motivate, and manage teams
* Hands-on approach with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, varied role
* Client-facing skills with the confidence to promote the business and drive sales
* Commercially astute with solid financial and operational understanding
* Target-driven, eager, and motivated to grow the branch and the business
* Confident communicator, able to work effectively at all levels
* Strong customer relationship skills
* Full UK driving licence
Whats on Offer
* £65,000-£75,000 per annum
* Company car or car allowance
* Company pension
* Up to 25 days holiday per year
* Full support and backing from an experienced Operations Director