Branch manager

Simon Acres Recruitment are seeking a Branch Manager for a highly-successful leading supplier of building materials based in Bedfordshire. Offering a generous package with great work/life balance, including No Weekends, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior sales or management professional in the construction industry looking to make the step. Salary: GBP45,000 per annum + Up to 25% annual bonus Company Car No Weekends Responsibilities and Duties; Commercially manage all aspects of the designated branch on a day-to-day basis Coach and develop the team to deliver the highest standards of service Ensuring the safe and efficient management of daily operations Working with the Assistant Branch Manager, responsible for planning, supervising and creating and developing operational procedures Daily management of all branch operations, sales, customer service and operations Achievement of branch targets and objectives Pushing and driving sales Handling complaints from customers, suppliers and staff to overcome any reservations Regularly monitor the staff branch performance Keeping all staff aware and online with company procedures including Health Safety and environmental issues Candidate Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proven experience in managing a builders merchant branch or similar sector Quickly able to build strong relationships with senior management, colleagues and customers Experienced in leading and managing a team Experienced in identifying potential opportunities and maximising sales Proven experience in working to and achieving sales targets PC literate A self starter Experienced in customer service Construction-industry showroom experience Full driving Licence Monday - Friday (No weekend work required) Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this Branch Manager vacancy