Branch Manager

Murray Recruitment Ltd; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Job summary

Murray Recruitment Ltd in East Kilbride is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for a busy sales and distribution operation in the Industrial Automation and Control sector. You will lead internal and external sales, oversee warehouse, distribution, and customer service, and drive revenue growth.

This senior role demands proven leadership, a strong sales background, and a strategic, results-focused approach to managing a branch and developing the team within a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Previous branch or sales manager experience in a technical or industrial environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Industrial Automation and Control industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and delivering commercial growth.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day branch performance.
• Lead, motivate and develop internal and external sales teams.
• Drive revenue and growth targets for the branch.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and develop existing and new customer relationships.
• Monitor branch performance and implement improvements where required.
• Oversee warehouse and distribution activities to ensure an efficient and effective service.
• Manage customer service standards and ensure a consistently high level of customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Develop effective working relationships with suppliers and identify opportunities for closer collaboration.
• Oversee relevant branch finance activities and ensure appropriate controls are maintained.
• Monitor employee performance, providing regular feedback, coaching and support.
• Develop the capabilities of the branch team and encourage a positive, results-focused working environment.
• Implement wider business strategies at branch level.
• Analyse branch performance and use information effectively to support commercial decision-making.
• Ensure communication between sales, warehouse, distribution and other business functions remains effective.
• Adapt branch activities and commercial strategies in response to changing customer and market requirements.

Skills

Branch management

Sales leadership

Industrial Automation knowledge

Customer relationship management

Team development

Strategic planning

Operations management

Communication skills

Job description

Murray Recruitment are recruiting a Branch Manager for our client based in East Kilbride.

Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and commercially driven Branch Manager to take responsibility for a busy sales and distribution operation within the Industrial Automation and Control sector.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of branch performance, including internal and external sales, warehouse and distribution operations, customer service and supplier relationships. With responsibility for delivering agreed sales and growth targets, they will lead and develop the branch team while implementing strategies to drive continued business performance.

This role would suit an ambitious and results-focused manager with a strong sales background, proven leadership capabilities and comprehensive knowledge of the Industrial Automation and Control industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the branch.
• Lead, motivate and develop both internal and external sales teams.
• Drive sales activity to achieve agreed branch revenue, growth and performance targets.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and develop existing and new customer relationships.
• Monitor branch performance and implement improvements where required.
• Oversee warehouse and distribution activities to ensure an efficient and effective service.
• Manage customer service standards and ensure a consistently high level of customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Develop effective working relationships with suppliers and identify opportunities for closer collaboration.
• Oversee relevant branch finance activities and ensure appropriate controls are maintained.
• Monitor employee performance, providing regular feedback, coaching and support.
• Develop the capabilities of the branch team and encourage a positive, results-focused working environment.
• Implement wider business strategies at branch level.
• Analyse branch performance and use information effectively to support commercial decision-making.
• Ensure communication between sales, warehouse, distribution and other business functions remains effective.
• Adapt branch activities and commercial strategies in response to changing customer and market requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Previous Branch Manager, Sales Manager or similar management experience within a relevant technical or industrial environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Industrial Automation and Control industry and associated products.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and delivering commercial growth.
• Strong sales background with a customer-focused approach.
• Demonstrable leadership and people management experience.
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop sales and operational teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with an analytical and results-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational and decision-making abilities.
• Confident building relationships with customers and suppliers at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple operational and commercial priorities.
• Adaptable approach with the ability to operate effectively within an evolving industry.
• Collaborative management style with the ability to work effectively as part of the wider business.
• Based in East Kilbride.
• Company benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Senior position with responsibility for both the commercial and operational performance of the branch.
• Opportunity to lead and develop an established sales and distribution team.
• Supportive and dynamic working environment within the Industrial Automation and Control sector.