Branch Manager
Trade / Construction Supplies
£35,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Company Car + Bonus
Guildford, Surrey (On-site, Branch-based, Monday–Friday)
Company Overview
This business is a rapidly growing UK supplier of construction materials, specialising in windows, doors and building products for the trade sector. The role exists due to the launch of a brand-new branch, offering the opportunity to take full ownership and build a customer base from day one.
With an established presence across the South East and continued expansion plans, the company is investing heavily in new depots and leadership talent. They are known for reliable delivery, strong trade relationships, and a commercially driven culture focused on growth and customer service.
Job Overview
This is a hands-on Branch Manager role responsible for launching and leading a new trade counter / depot operation. Reporting into senior leadership, the position combines sales management, operational control, and team leadership. Success will be defined by your ability to grow revenue, build a loyal customer base within the construction and building supplies market, and establish a high-performing branch.
Key Responsibilities
* Launch and manage a new trade branch within the Guildford area
* Build, lead and develop a small on-site team
* Drive sales growth across trade customers including installers, builders and contractors
* Develop and expand a local customer base through proactive business development
* Oversee quoting, pricing and margin control to ensure profitability
* Ensure consistent outbound sales activity and pipeline generation
* Manage day-to-day branch operations including logistics and delivery coordination
* Maintain high levels of customer service within a trade counter environment
* Monitor branch performance against revenue and operational targets
Person Specification
* Proven experience in branch management, trade counter, or B2B sales within construction, building materials, or related sectors
* Must be able to commute to Guildford, Surrey
* Strong commercial awareness with experience driving revenue and managing margins
* Demonstrated success in growing a customer base within a competitive market
* Leadership experience with the ability to build and motivate a team
* Knowledge of construction products such as windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, or similar advantageous
* Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills
* Proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on results
* Candidates from sales-driven sectors (e.g. automotive, merchanting, estate agency) with transferable skills will be considered
Benefits
* £35,000 basic salary
* Quarterly performance bonus (up to £10,000 per annum)
* Company car
* Pension scheme
* Monday–Friday working (no weekends)
* Clear progression opportunities as the business expands
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the opportunity in more detail.