Branch Manager

NQAS; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NQAS Powershed in Brisbane seeks an experienced Branch Manager to lead the Brisbane operation, grow the customer base, and drive commercial and operational performance across the territory.

You will report to the Sales & Operations Manager, oversee inventory, purchasing, and export activities while building a high-performing team in a growth-oriented, family-owned business.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a branch or region.
• Strong focus on sales and profitability.
• Proven ability to develop new business and clients.
• Leadership and coaching of a team.
• Experience in wholesale/distribution or industrial sectors.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Drive branch sales growth, profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Establish and grow a strong customer base across the new region.
• Proactively target and develop new customers and business opportunities.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing branch team.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Manage purchasing and inventory planning across product groups.
• Optimise stock availability and gross profit.
• Support product launches and promotional activities.
• Monitor branch performance against KPIs and drive improvement.
• Ensure WHS and company policies compliance.

Skills

Branch management

Sales leadership

Customer relationships

People development

Strategic planning

New business development

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

NQAS Powershed is a recognised leader in the agricultural, industrial and mechanical industries across Queensland and a global market leader in sugar cane harvester spare parts.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced, hands-on and commercially focused Branch Manager to lead our Brisbane operation. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for branch profitability, sales growth, customer engagement, inventory management and team performance, while also supporting our established export business across the Asia Pacific and African markets.

With a strong market reputation, an established broader customer base and significant growth opportunities in the Brisbane and South East Queensland market, this role offers the opportunity to build and develop a successful branch and territory, while establishing a long-term career within a successful Australian family-owned company.

Why Join NQAS Powershed?

• Newly created management role within a growing and successful business
• Genuine opportunity to influence branch performance and strategic growth
• Diverse role with a blend of sales, leadership, purchasing and operational responsibilities
• Established customer base across South East Queensland and export markets
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Long-term career opportunity with a respected industry leader
• Competitive salary package based on skills and experience

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Sales & Operations Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and leading the Brisbane branch, developing the customer base and driving the commercial and operational performance of the business across the territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive branch sales growth, profitability and customer satisfaction
• Establish and grow a strong customer base across the new region
• Proactively identify, target and develop new customers and business opportunities
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing branch team
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders
• Manage purchasing and inventory planning across designated product groups
• Optimise stock availability, inventory performance and gross profit
• Support product launches, marketing campaigns and promotional activities
• Manage and grow established export sales across Asia Pacific and African markets
• Monitor branch performance against key KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and Workplace Health & Safety requirements

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in branch management, operations management, sales management or a similar leadership position
• Strong commercial acumen and a proven ability to drive sales growth and profitability
• Demonstrated success in new business development, customer acquisition and building long-term customer relationships
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop employees
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience in purchasing, inventory management or wholesale distribution environments
• Experience within agricultural, industrial, machinery, automotive or related sectors
• Sound computer skills, including ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Current Driver's Licence