Assistant Branch Manager

The Role

To ensure the overall success of all the functions of a branch, by effectively managing all operational activities, sales and margins, recruitment, Health & Safety and building a rapport with staff and with customers to attract new business. Responsibility for making sure that the branch meets its goals and objectives whilst meeting company deadlines.

Branch Postcode - PO20 1QD

Key Accountabilities...

        Exceed Sales, Margins, and profit budgets whilst controlling costs as agreed

        Ensure Lawsons Best Practice, Standards and Company Policies are met

        Recruit, develop and motivate the individuals within your team to reach their full potential

        Regularly communicate branch and company performance to the team

        Undertake disciplinary and grievance procedures when required

        Take overall responsibility for all administrative and auditable tasks

        Contribute and communicate ideas, proposals and initiatives for improving operations and administration procedures to develop/expand the Company

        Adhere to the Company's high standards of Health & Safety and Security

        All aspects of day-to-day management of the branch

        Capitalise on opportunities for cost savings across the business

        Deputise for the Branch Manager in their absence

We would love to meet someone with...

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Manager in a Builders Merchants (Essential)

• Role-modelling behaviours (holding high level of integrity, honesty, and confidentiality within the department)
•  Excellent communication, Influencing and negotiating skills.

        Ability to prioritise responsibilities under pressure and be self-motivated

        Excellent time management skills

        Strong leader with good entrepreneurial skills

        Ability to be hands-on where needed and lead from the front when required

        Someone who will promote and adhere to the company's cultures, values and professionalism

        Commercial Awareness of the Industry

        Excellent IT skills (word, Excel, and Outlook)

        Previous sales and operations experience

        Understanding of the business financials

What is in it for you...

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience

        23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

        Pension Scheme

        Death In Service Scheme

        Employee Assisted Programme