Job Description
Branch Manager - Reading\n\nA 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.\n\nThe Role:\n\nReporting 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.\n\nThis 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLead all branch functions including sales, installation, and customer service\nDrive revenue by meeting sales targets and identifying local growth opportunities\nOversee daily operations: staffing, showroom standards, stock control, and diary management\nCovering for Surveyors whilst on holiday or extra jobs\nMaintain financial control through effective P&L and KPI management\nPromote a customer-first culture, ensuring satisfaction and prompt resolution of issues\nBuild and lead a motivated team through coaching, performance reviews, and development\nEnsure compliance with safety standards and internal processes\nCollaborate with supply chain and logistics to ensure timely delivery of products\nGenerating sales within the region\n \nWhat You'll Bring:\n\nProven experience in a similar management role (ideally in construction, home improvement, or related sectors)\nStrong leadership, communication, and people-management skills\nSurveying/estimating experience\nA customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving ability\nFinancial awareness and ability to manage budgets and performance metrics\nConfident multitasking in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment\nIT literacy, including CRM systems and Microsoft tools\n \nWhy Join?\n\nThis 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.\n\nBenefits:\n\nSalary - £35-40k basic plus commission\nCompany vehicle\nBonus\n25 holidays + bank holidays\nMobile and tablet\nOffice based with Surveyor visitsAt Adept Resourcing - Commercial & Engineering, we specialise in connecting companies with top talent that drives innovation, growth and success.
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