Assistant Branch Manager

Overview

Assist branch manager in sales, profit, team leadership and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• inventory management
• customer service
• policy compliance
• market analysis
• health safety
• team development

Tasks

-Operations and Stock Management: Manage stock takes and inventory checks to ensure 100% accuracy. Adjust stock levels to optimize profitability and operational efficiency. -Customer Relationship and Service: Build strong, lasting customer relationships, driving branch growth and profitability. Ensure consistently high standards of customer service. We pride ourselves on service standards and team togetherness. -Policies, Procedures, and Company Standards: Ensure strict adherence to company policies, safeguarding stock, property, and health & safety. -Market Awareness and Competitor Analysis: Stay updated on local market trends and collaborate with the External Sales Rep to stay ahead of competitors. -Health & Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to health, safety, security, and smoking policies. Complete weekly checklists and take immediate action to address safety concerns. We pride ourselves on safety standards. -Equality and Inclusion: Foster an inclusive environment that promotes equal opportunities and respect for all colleagues and customers. -Team Management and Development: Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team. Lead by example, motivate the team, and drive personal growth while ensuring excellent customer service.

Requirements

• people skills
• merchant experience
• driving licence
• organised
• analytical
• leadership

What You Bring

-People-Oriented: You’re skilled at connecting with people, building strong relationships, and negotiating deals. -Ideally with Previous Merchant Experience: As this branch is very busy, you will be expected to hit the ground running and thrive in a fast-paced environment. -Driving Licence Preferable: As we often support other branches and visit customer sites & drive outs looking for new sites. -Organised & Analytical: You’re highly organised and can prioritize tasks, stay on top of details, and analyze data to make informed decisions. -Experienced & a Great Leader: You’ve got a background in sales or a similar role and know how to motivate and develop teams to succeed.

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Benefits

-Competitive salary & benefits package, including life insurance, pension, bonus, private medical, share scheme, and more! -A supportive and inclusive workplace where you can truly be yourself. -Opportunities for career growth in a thriving business, including leadership training and development programs. -Big discounts across the Travis Perkins Group family, including 20% off at Toolstation. -Health & Wellbeing support, including DigiCare, Cycle to Work, and access to our Wellbeing Centre. -Extra perks such as colleague discounts, family-friendly policies, and more.

About Travis Perkins Plc

-Serves a wide range of industries, from construction to home improvement. -Supports both large-scale projects and individual DIY enthusiasts. -Offers products for building, plumbing, heating, and timber. -Operates through numerous well-known brands and a vast network of branches across the UK. -Consistently delivers top-tier products and services for major infrastructure and residential projects. -Known for innovative solutions to meet the evolving industry needs. -Recognized for strong supply chain capabilities and customer satisfaction.

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Security Clearance

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