Branch Manager

Wolseley; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist trade merchant in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a full-time Branch Manager. The successful candidate will lead and motivate the team, drive sales growth, and manage daily operations according to company policies. Ideal applicants will have management experience, a background in Trade/Plumbing and Heating/Distribution, and a strong sales focus. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, bonuses, and various employee perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

£5,500 car allowance

Bonus potential

24 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Maternity & paternity cover

Healthcare access

Discounted online and high street shopping

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in Trade/Plumbing and Heating/Distribution.
• Ability to drive sales growth and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate the team.
• Focus on sales growth and enhancing customer relationships.
• Manage day-to-day operations adhering to company policies.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and effective team management.

Skills

Management experience

Sales background

Team development

Customer service

Job description

So, who are we? We are Wolseley, a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.

Competitive Salary + £5,500 Car Allowance + Bonus, Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap - including a £5.5K car allowance, annual leave 24 days (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), enhanced maternity & paternity cover, potential to earn bonuses, and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more!

Responsibilities

• Leading, developing and motivating our great team
• Focusing on sales and growth
• Providing excellent customer service, building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Management of all day to day aspects of running the branch adhering to company policies and procedures, health & safety and leadership/people management of the team.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience
• Industry experience - Trade/Plumbing and Heating/Distribution
• Strong sales background
• Strong focus on sales growth and developing the team
• We will also consider taking on an Assistant Branch Manager looking for their 1st branch management role.

This is a full time, permanent role working 40 hours a week.