Branch Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Driver Hire Borders; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management recruitment agency in Lancaster is seeking a Wholesale Store Manager to lead a team in ensuring operational efficiency and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have retail or wholesale experience and a proactive approach to management. This role offers opportunities for career development within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Employee discount card

Health and wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or wholesale management.
• Ability to manage a compliant and safe environment.
• Record of success in managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure branch efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain safety and legal compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in service quality.

Skills

Retail experience

Operational procedures familiarity

Proactive attitude

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work and numerous benefits, including:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year. Also, 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms apply.
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses on the same spend.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover and other deals, including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with up to 5% employee contributions matched by Booker.
• Life assurance coverage of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

About the role

Are you interested in a career in Wholesale Store Management? We seek self-starters with operational experience in managing a store, confident decision-makers, and committed to maintaining a compliant and safe environment.

You will be responsible for

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will lead a team to ensure the branch operates efficiently, safely, legally, and provides excellent customer service. Your focus will be on customer satisfaction, team success, and continuous improvement. From day one, you will be entrusted with real responsibilities, supported by a team dedicated to meeting customer needs.

You will need

Retail or wholesale experience is required, not necessarily in food. Familiarity with operational procedures, a record of success, and a proactive attitude are essential. We offer opportunities for career development within the Booker Group.