Assistant Branch Manager

Know How Resourcing; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday to Friday hours

Progression opportunities

Autonomy and responsibility

Job summary

Know How Resourcing is recruiting an experienced Assistant Branch Manager for an established electrical wholesaler in Leeds. You will support the Branch Manager, drive sales, maintain relationships with trade customers and lead the team day-to-day.

We’re seeking a commercially minded, hands-on leader with experience in electrical wholesale. The role offers Monday–Friday hours (no weekends) and genuine progression opportunities within a stable business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an electrical wholesaler is essential.
• Strong product knowledge and understanding of the industry.
• Experience in a supervisory, senior sales, or management position.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development.
• Hands-on attitude with strong leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Branch Manager with the daily operations of the branch.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade customers.
• Drive sales growth and maximise branch profitability.
• Assist with managing staff, stock control, and customer service standards- Handle quotations, pricing, and trade enquiries.
• Ensure smooth branch operations and support the wider team where needed- Step into leadership responsibilities in the Branch Manager’s absence.

Skills

Electrical wholesale experience

Leadership

Customer relationship management

Sales development

Job description

Assistant Branch Manager – Electrical Wholesalers

Monday to Friday | 7:30am – 5:00pm (No Weekends )

We are recruiting for an experienced Assistant Branch Manager to join a well-established and growing electrical wholesaler based in Leeds.

This is a crucial hire for the business, and we are looking for someone who can become the Branch Manager’s right-hand person somebody commercially minded, hands-on, and already experienced within the electrical wholesale industry.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the branch, maintaining strong customer relationships, driving sales, and helping lead the team from the front.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Branch Manager with the daily operations of the branch
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade customers
• Drive sales growth and maximise branch profitability
• Assist with managing staff, stock control, and customer service standards- Handle quotations, pricing, and trade enquiries
• Ensure smooth branch operations and support the wider team where needed- Step into leadership responsibilities in the Branch Manager’s absence

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience within an electrical wholesaler is essential
• Strong product knowledge and understanding of the industry
• Experience in a supervisory, senior sales, or management position
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development- Confident dealing with customers and suppliers
• A hands-on attitude with strong leadership qualities
• Someone reliable who can genuinely become a key part of the branch

What’s On Offer

• Monday to Friday hours only
• Stable and growing business
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Supportive working environment with autonomy and responsibility