Your newpany
Our client is a well established Builders Supplier who has a long history of supplying trade and the public across Edinburgh and the Lothians. After a strategic review, the owners of the business are seeking to appoint a General Manager to accelerate the growth of the business.
Your new role
As General Manager, you will be fully responsible for the running of the business. Reporting to the directors, you will oversee the retail, logistics and back office functions of the business, ensuring it is set up correctly to take full advantage of their brand andpetitive position. You will be responsible for setting expectations of the business with a focus on a proactive approach to customer service. Our clients have a very established team, and you will work with them to maintain and develop the sales focus of the business where necessary. As GM, you will have full P and L responsibility and have an opportunity to put your own imprint on an already successful and established business.
What you'll need to succeed
Our client is looking for a sales professional with management experience in the retail building sector. Potentially, you are working with a larger business in a more junior position and are looking to take on a role with more responsibility and accountability. The ideal candidate will be driven by providing exceptional customer service and understanding what the key market sectors for our client (SME builders, subcontractors etc) require from their key suppliers. You understand people and have management experience previously supported by an understanding of logistics and business finance. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to put your stamp on a business and really drive its success and reap the rewards.
What you'll get in return
Our client is an exceptional supplier who really value all of their staff. This is supported by a well-roundedpensation package with an excellent pension scheme. Get in touch now to develop your career with this fantastic family business.