Branch Manager - Reading
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, driven Branch Manager to lead a busy and high-performing branch in Reading for a leading European manufacturer and supplier of garage doors, doors, frames, and automation systems.
The Role:
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you'll take full ownership of branch operations, combining strong commercial focus with hands-on leadership. You'll be instrumental in ensuring sales growth, operational efficiency, and team performance, all while delivering a best-in-class customer experience.
This role is perfect for a manager with a strong background in home improvement, construction, or installation services, who is confident managing both retail and trade operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all branch functions including sales, installation, and customer service
* Drive revenue by meeting sales targets and identifying local growth opportunities
* Oversee daily operations: staffing, showroom standards, stock control, and diary management
* Covering for Surveyors whilst on holiday or extra jobs
* Maintain financial control through effective P&L and KPI management
* Promote a customer-first culture, ensuring satisfaction and prompt resolution of issues
* Build and lead a motivated team through coaching, performance reviews, and development
* Ensure compliance with safety standards and internal processes
* Collaborate with supply chain and logistics to ensure timely delivery of products
* Generating sales within the region
What You'll Bring:
* Proven experience in a similar management role (ideally in construction, home improvement, or related sectors)
* Strong leadership, communication, and people-management skills
* Surveying/estimating experience
* A customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving ability
* Financial awareness and ability to manage budgets and performance metrics
* Confident multitasking in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment
* IT literacy, including CRM systems and Microsoft tools
Why Join?
This is a chance to lead a successful branch within a respected and growing European group, backed by global resources and a strong reputation for quality. You'll be joining a business that values safety, performance, customer excellence, and teamwork, and that invests in both its products and its people.
Benefits:
* Salary - £35-40k basic plus commission
* Company vehicle
* Bonus
* 25 holidays + bank holidays
* Mobile and tablet
* Office based with Surveyor visits
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