Assistant Branch Manager

GCS Associates; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Associates is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager for its Barnsley depot. You will help oversee day-to-day operations, drive sales, and support commercial objectives in a well‑established building supplies environment.

The role suits someone with building materials experience, strong leadership and customer skills, and an interest in progressing within a busy, trade-focused branch.

Qualifications

• Experience in the building supplies sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and leadership abilities.
• People-management experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of Plumbing & Heating / building materials is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the branch's overall management to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Drive sales performance and support commercial objectives.
• Create and develop an effective working environment for staff.
• Apply operational experience across all areas of the business.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Customer skills

Building supplies experience

Internal sales experience

Job description

Role: Assistant Branch Manager

Location: Barnsley

Sector: Building Supplies

Salary: £32,000-£37,000

About the Role

We are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager within the Builders Merchants / Building Supplies world. Our client is a well-respected supplier of Plumbing & Heating materials into the trade industry and construction sector. The successful candidate will join their successful depot in the Barnsley area.

Whether you are an experienced Assistant Branch Manager or looking to step into a managerial role, this position offers an opportunity to work in a well‑functioning, well‑organised site and become a key contributor to the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall management of the branch to ensure efficient day‑to‑day operations.
• Drive sales performance and support commercial objectives.
• Create and develop an effective working environment for staff.
• Apply operational experience across all aspects of the business.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Experience within the building supplies sector.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Natural leadership and people‑management skills.
• Working knowledge of the Plumbing & Heating industry / Building Materials / Builders Merchants.
• Great customer skills.
• Background in internal sales is desirable.

To apply, please submit your application highlighting your experience and how you meet the above attributes.