Assistant Manager (On the Bench) - Kent

Booker; Rochester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Booker colleague discount 10%

Tesco discount after 3 months

Tesco Mobile deals

Discounted insurance

Eye test offers

Pension & Life Assurance

Job summary

Booker is seeking a Branch Manager to lead a team and drive efficient, safe store operations while maintaining high customer service standards. You will report to the Area Manager and be trusted with real responsibility from day one within a supportive team.

The role focuses on people leadership, operational procedures, and sustaining growth across the Booker Group, with opportunities for development and career progression within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail/wholesale operations.
• Ability to implement operational procedures and safety compliance.
• Proven track record of leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a branch team to trade efficiently and safely.
• Ensure high customer service standards and compliance.
• Train and develop staff to deliver results.

Skills

Retail experience

People leadership

Job description

About the role

Looking for a career in Wholesale Store Management? We are currently looking for self starters who have a sound operational understanding of managing a store,are comfortable to make decisions whilst maintaining a compliant and safe operation.

You will be responsible for

Reporting to the Area Manager, your role will be responsible for leading a team to ensure that your branch is trading efficiently, safely, within legal constraints and offers the highest customer service standards. You will be dedicated to keeping customers happy, take pride in your work, have a proven record of managing a team to success, have an enthusiastic attitude and a driving ambition to be the best at whatever you do.

From day one you can expect to be trusted with real responsibility, working within a team of people that will give you the support to give our customers what they need, when they need it.

You will need

To be successful in this position youwill needretail/wholesale experience, not necessarily from a food background. You will be familiar with operational procedures, able to demonstrate successand not be afraid to get stuck in.

We offer a real opportunity to develop and grow your career across our Booker Group.

Whats in it for you?

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About Us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is aDisability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please [e-mail]

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visitwww.bookergroupjobs.co.uk