Branch Manager

Independent Builders Merchant Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Employee assistance programme

Perks Membership

Training and development

Career progression

Supportive team culture

Branch leadership opportunity

Job summary

MS Roofing Supplies (Part of IBMG) in Brighton is seeking an experienced Branch Manager or similar to lead a busy roofing merchant branch. You will drive sales, manage a team, and ensure top-class customer service while maintaining operational excellence.

This role offers autonomy, opportunities for progression, and a competitive salary with bonus potential within a growing specialist roofing business.

Qualifications

• Experience in roofing supplies or trade distribution.
• Previous branch/management experience.
• Proven ability to drive sales growth and improve profitability.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of roofing products is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the branch team.
• Drive sales growth, margin and branch profitability.
• Build and strengthen relationships with trade customers and contractors.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage key customer accounts and maximise sales opportunities.
• Oversee branch operations, stock control and customer service standards.
• Monitor branch performance and implement improvement plans.
• Ensure compliance with policies and Health & Safety procedures.
• Create a positive, high-performing, customer-focused culture.

Skills

Branch management

Sales leadership

People management

Customer relationships

Commercial awareness

Operational performance

Roofing products knowledge

Job description

Location: Brighton
Company:MS Roofing Supplies (Part of IBMG)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Lead a Successful Roofing Merchant Branch

Are you an experienced Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, Sales Manager or Supervisor within roofing supplies, builders' merchants, electrical wholesale, plumbing merchants or trade distribution?

At MSRoofing Supplies, we're looking for a commercially focused leader to take full responsibility for our Brighton branch, driving sales performance, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity to run your own branch, lead a successful team, and play a key role in the continued growth of a respected roofing merchant business.

Why Join Us?

• Run your own branch with genuine autonomy
• Be part of a successful and growing specialist roofing merchant
• Backed by the strength and support of IBMG
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• People-focused and customer-led culture
• Competitive salary and bonus potential

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, motivate and develop the branch team
• Drive sales growth, margin and branch profitability
• Build and strengthen relationships with trade customers, contractors and roofing specialists
• Identify and secure new business opportunities
• Manage key customer accounts and maximise sales opportunities
• Oversee branch operations, stock control and customer service standards
• Monitor branch performance and implement improvement plans where required
• Ensure compliance with company policies and Health & Safety procedures
• Create a positive, high-performing and customer-focused culture

What We're Looking For

• Experience within roofing supplies, builders' merchants, plumbing merchants, electrical wholesale or trade distribution
• Previous Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager or Sales Management experience
• Proven track record of driving sales growth and branch profitability
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Commercial awareness with a focus on sales, margin and operational performance
• Excellent customer relationship and account management skills
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Positive, hands-on and results-driven approach
• Knowledge of roofing products would be advantageous

Working Hours

Week 1: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm

Week 2: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm, plus Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm

Alternate Saturday rota.

What's In It For You?

• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perks Membership with discounts across major retailers
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities across IBMG
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to lead and develop your own successful branch

Previous supervisor or ABM level experience. Ideal branch for someone looking to take their first step into branch management. Roofing knowledge would be required