Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (44 hours per week)
Overview:
Simon Acres Recruitement are seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to support the Branch Manager in the daily operations and management of a successful and well established plumbers merchant.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a background in sales and customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Branch Manager in overseeing daily operations and act as the Branch Manager in their absence.
Ensure the branch meets its sales targets and delivers excellent customer service.
Supervise and motivate a team of sales and warehouse staff.
Provide training and development to team members.
Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and suppliers.
Support the implementation of sales strategies and marketing initiatives.
Analyse sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
Assist in developing promotional materials and campaigns.
Ensure the branch is well-organised and fully stocked.
Oversee inventory management and stock control.
Implement and maintain health and safety standards.
Requirements:
Previous experience in a supervisory, team leader, assistant management or branch management role within a Plumbers Merchant or similar.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
Proven track record in sales and achieving targets.
Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with sales and a proactive attitude.
Benefits:
Competitive and negotiable salary.
Progressional opportunities.
Generous bonus.
Excellent staff retention and staff satisfaction.
Pension Scheme.
Simon Acres Group are acting as the employment agency.
