Assistant Branch Manager at Jewson in Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

customer service

order processing

stock management

delivery driving

branch administration

safety

Provide an excellent customer experience, maintaining strong effective relationships with both local customers and suppliers
Perform branch administration duties including processing purchase memos and ensuring all documentation is handled correctly
Deliver a wide variety of products to our customers using a 3.5t Box Van when needed
Pick items to fulfil customer orders ready for collection or delivery
Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work
Act as first line support to the Branch Manager to lead and support the team to deliver success
Check incoming stock deliveries and put away in appropriate area
Process customer orders both over the phone and in person
Getting to know our product lines and services to make the most of all customer interactions
Maintain stock levels, carrying out regular stock counts

Requirements

builder's merchant

manual licence

forklift

supervisory

flexible

Previous experience within a builder's merchant or with building materials, preferred but not essential
A full Manual (preferred) clean driving license to support with deliveries using a 3.5t van
Previous forklift experience preferred, although training will be provided
Supervisory experience in a retail or merchant environment
A flexible approach to work; happy to support in various departments within the branch this will include working in the warehouse when required

Benefits

Employee Discount
Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)
Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.
WorkPerks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway
Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General
Voluntary company benefits such as Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover
Wellbeing Centre via WorkPerks
New Reward and Recognition programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

170 years

Company History

Operational and evolving in the UK market for a significant period.

With a vast network of branches across the country, serves a wide range of construction projects.
Offers an extensive product portfolio, ranging from timber and plumbing supplies to building materials and tools.
Specializes in sectors such as residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and energy.
Known for providing tailored solutions with a focus on quality and service.
A trusted partner, having supplied products to iconic buildings and landmark projects.
Prides itself on expert knowledge across its materials, helping clients choose the right products.

Culture + Values

Safety is a top priority
Customer satisfaction is a focus
Committed to continuous improvement
A team-driven business
Act with integrity
Passionate about providing sustainable solutions

Environment + Sustainability

Net zero by 2050

Carbon Emission Target

Achieving net zero carbon emissions by a significant future date, marking a commitment to sustainability and climate action.

Over 90%

Responsibly Sourced Products

A substantial majority of products are sourced responsibly, reflecting a dedication to ethical and sustainable practices.

Aiming to reduce carbon emissions in supply chain operations
Committed to supporting circular economy principles, including waste reduction and recycling
Promoting sustainable building materials and energy-efficient solutions

Inclusion & Diversity

26% Leadership Roles

Women in Leadership

Reflects the proportion of women in leadership positions within the company, highlighting gender representation at senior levels.

Jewson has a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy to create a fair and inclusive workplace for all employees.
The company actively pursues attracting diverse talent through strategic partnerships and innovative recruitment methods.

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Jewson on Wikipedia

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Role

Description

customer service

order processing

stock management

delivery driving

branch administration

safety

Provide an excellent customer experience, maintaining strong effective relationships with both local customers and suppliers
Perform branch administration duties including processing purchase memos and ensuring all documentation is handled correctly
Deliver a wide variety of products to our customers using a 3.5t Box Van when needed
Pick items to fulfil customer orders ready for collection or delivery
Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work
Act as first line support to the Branch Manager to lead and support the team to deliver success
Check incoming stock deliveries and put away in appropriate area
Process customer orders both over the phone and in person
Getting to know our product lines and services to make the most of all customer interactions
Maintain stock levels, carrying out regular stock counts

Requirements

builder's merchant

manual licence

forklift

supervisory

flexible

Previous experience within a builder's merchant or with building materials, preferred but not essential
A full Manual (preferred) clean driving license to support with deliveries using a 3.5t van
Previous forklift experience preferred, although training will be provided
Supervisory experience in a retail or merchant environment
A flexible approach to work; happy to support in various departments within the branch this will include working in the warehouse when required

Benefits

Employee Discount
Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)
Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.
WorkPerks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway
Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General
Voluntary company benefits such as Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover
Wellbeing Centre via WorkPerks
New Reward and Recognition programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found