Assistant Branch Manager

GCS Associates; Rochester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction supplies distributor is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager in the Rochester area. You will assist the branch manager, focusing on operations, stock management, and sales. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience and a solid background in the construction supply sector. This role offers a competitive salary of £42,000 - £47,000 plus bonus with opportunities for long-term progression.

Qualifications

• Management or supervisory experience is required.
• Currently working in the construction supply sector.
• Strong operational skills with a blend of sales drive.

Responsibilities

• Assist the branch manager with day-to-day operations.
• Apply strong stock management skills.
• Drive sales and negotiate with customers.

Skills

Stock management skills

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

People management skills

Job description

Assistant Branch Manager

Sector: Construction Materials / Building Supplies / Electrical Products

Location: Chatham area, Kent

Salary: £42,000 - £47,000 (varying dependent on experience) plus bonus

Our client is a well‑respected and long‑established distributor of construction supplies, building materials and electrical products. Their branch is in the Chatham area and requires a new Assistant Branch Manager. This is a busy site and it needs someone to keep it going in the right direction. An all‑rounder is required ideally with good stock management skills, buying experience and an understanding of how a well‑run trade counter facility should function.

You should ultimately be able to assist the branch manager with most aspects of how to run a successful branch.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the branch manager with day‑to‑day operations and business strategy.
• Apply strong stock management and buying skills to maintain an effective counter facility.
• Guide and support the team wherever necessary, ensuring smooth operation.
• Drive sales and negotiate with customers to maximise business potential.

Required qualifications

• Some form of management or supervisory experience is required.
• Must be currently working in the construction supply sector; an electrical wholesale background is ideal.
• Demonstrable sales, negotiation and people‑management skills.
• A person people will want to deal with and be led by, with a drive to collectively always maximise potential.
• Strong operational skills and a blend of sales drive with operational experience.

Benefits and progression

This is an important role for the company; the salary reflects this and long‑term progression is monitored.

IF YOU GENUINELY FEEL YOU FIT THE ABOVE PROFILE, APPLY NOW.