Position: Branch Manager - Dedicated Tool & Equipment Hire Location: Reading, Berkshire Sector: Tool & Equipment Hire Salary: £32,000 Bonus (up to 50% of salary) Contract: Full-time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, alternate Saturday mornings) Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm; Alternate Saturdays, 7:30am-12:00pm Are you a proactive leader with a background in sales and a passion for the hire industry? We are looking for a Branch Manager to oversee our clients busy tool and equipment hire branch in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on delivering results, building customer relationships, and leading a dedicated team within a respected and growing company. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and develop a team to achieve branch targets and deliver excellent customer service Develop and implement effective sales strategies to increase revenue and market share Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business Oversee all aspects of daily branch operations, including inventory management and equipment availability Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company policies Monitor financial performance, controlling costs and maximising profitability Conduct site visits as required to strengthen client partnerships and understand customer needs The Ideal Candidate Demonstrable experience in sales and branch management, ideally within the tool, equipment, or plant hire sector Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support, and develop a team Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a customer-focused approach Commercially astute, self-motivated, and driven to exceed targets Organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of the local Putney market and surrounding areas is advantageous What's On Offer Competitive base salary of £32,000 per annum Generous performance based bonus scheme (earn up to 50% of salary) Opportunity to lead and grow a successful branch within a leading hire company Professional development and career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment For more information about this and other Branch Manager opportunities in the tool and equipment hire sector, apply online today and a member of our team will be in touch. ADZN1_UKTJ