Branch Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction service company is seeking a Branch Manager in Reading to lead operations, ensuring sales growth and excellent customer experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management, specifically within the home improvement or construction sectors. This position offers a salary of £35-45k plus benefits including commission and a company car.

Benefits

Salary - £35-45k basic + commission + company car

25 holidays + bank holidays

Mobile and tablet

Office based with Surveyor visits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar management role ideally in construction or home improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people-management skills.
• Surveying/estimating experience.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving ability.
• Financial awareness and ability to manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all branch functions including sales, installation, and customer service.
• Drive revenue by meeting sales targets and identifying local growth opportunities.
• Oversee daily operations: staffing, showroom standards, stock control.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and internal processes.
• Building and leading a motivated team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

People management

Problem-solving

Financial awareness

IT literacy

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft tools

Job description

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Branch Manager - Reading
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, driven Branch Manager to lead a busy and high-performing branch in Reading for a leading European manufacturer and supplier of garage doors, doors, frames, and automation systems.

The Role:
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you'll take full ownership of branch operations, combining strong commercial focus with hands-on leadership. You'll be instrumental in ensuring sales growth, operational efficiency, and team performance, all while delivering a best-in-class customer experience.

This role is perfect for a manager with a strong background in home improvement, construction, or installation services, who is confident managing both retail and trade operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all branch functions including sales, installation, and customer service
• Drive revenue by meeting sales targets and identifying local growth opportunities
• Oversee daily operations: staffing, showroom standards, stock control, and diary management
• Covering for Surveyors whilst on holiday or extra jobs
• Maintain financial control through effective P&L and KPI management
• Promote a customer-first culture, ensuring satisfaction and prompt resolution of issues
• Build and lead a motivated team through coaching, performance reviews, and development
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and internal processes
• Collaborate with supply chain and logistics to ensure timely delivery of products
• Generating sales within the region

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in a similar management role (ideally in construction, home improvement, or related sectors)
• Strong leadership, communication, and people-management skills
• Surveying/estimating experience
• A customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving ability
• Financial awareness and ability to manage budgets and performance metrics
• IT literacy, including CRM systems and Microsoft tools

Why Join?
This is a chance to lead a successful branch within a respected and growing European group, backed by global resources and a strong reputation for quality. You'll be joining a business that values safety, performance, customer excellence, and teamwork, and that invests in both its products and its people.

Benefits:

• Salary - £35-45k basic + commission + company car
• 25 holidays + bank holidays
• Mobile and tablet
• Office based with Surveyor visits

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