Branch Manager
Location: West Sussex
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (44 hrs per week)

Overview:
Simon Acres Group are seeking an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead and manage the overall operations of a very successful and well established plumbers merchant.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales management, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of branch operations, including sales, customer service, and warehouse activities.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales and warehouse staff.
• Conduct regular performance reviews.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed targets. 
• Analyse sales data and market trends to optimise sales efforts.
• Identify new business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with existing customers.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure the branch is well-stocked.
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting and cost control.
• Monitor market conditions and competitor activities.
• Report regularly to senior management on branch performance and growth opportunities.

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.