EPW1 HOURS: Mon-Fri 07:30 – 16:30 alt Sat 7:30-11:00 Who are we? Shepherds has always been a name synonymous with quality building products and professional staff – and that remains the same still to this day. As a long-established stockist of plastic building products, you’ll find everything from roofline products to underground drainage solutions, in our branches. We pride ourselves on the knowledge of our teams and know that our customers value this beyond measure! Our trade counters Our branches are a positive and thriving environment where we put customers at the heart of everything we do. We aim to be the supplier of choice and know that the team in our branches play a vital role in that. If you’ve got a can-do, will-do attitude and an eagerness to learn, you’re exactly the kind of person we’re looking for. The role of a Branch Manager: Leads the branch team to provide excellent customer service. Maintain high standards within the trade counter area and warehouse. Has a can-do/will-do attitude and able to work within a small team. Ensure health and safety compliance. Lead by example. Lead the branch team to achieve branch performance targets. Has mentoring and coaching skills to bring the best out of your team. Our ideal Branch Manager: Will be a strong leader with sound commercial awareness. Will be decisive. Will have a friendly, welcoming attitude and have energy and passion that is required to deliver what our customers require. Must have a full valid driving license. A forklift truck license would be preferable but if not, training will be provided. Good organisational skills and be IT literate. Experience in a trade counter environment would be preferred but not essential as the right attitude and drive will overcome any lack of this experience. Full training will be provided What you’ll get A competitive salary with the potential to earn a performance related bonus. 24 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays. 44 hour per week contract. Company pension. Generous staff discount. The chance to join a vibrant, progressive company that looks after their people. The opportunity to voice your ideas and help shape the future of the business. Real career prospects for the right people within any of the many businesses within the Epwin Group Plc. Enrolment within “Lifeworks” which entitles the employee to discounts at many high-street and online retailers as well as a wider range of additional benefits. Monthly awards where our people are recognised for outstanding contributions. On the job and on-line training. We invest in our people.