Branch Manager – Growth & Ops Leader (Car Allowance)

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Profit Sharing

Online Discount Portal

Digital GP

Staff Discount

Private Health Care

Death in Service

Training & Progression

Job summary

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Branch Manager for our Port Talbot branch. You will take full responsibility for the efficient, profitable, and customer-focused running of the branch, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager and leading by example.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead a team to meet targets, manage relationships with customers and suppliers, and drive sales growth while ensuring compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience, ideally in a builders’ merchant, retail, or trade environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen.
• A customer-first mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Organised, proactive, and able to deliver results under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the branch, ensuring smooth operations across all processes and procedures.
• Lead, motivate, and develop your team to achieve sales, service, and performance targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers, resolving issues effectively.
• Drive sales growth by identifying new opportunities, markets, and customer needs.
• Manage purchasing, stock control, and merchandising to maximise efficiency and minimise wastage.
• Deliver against financial targets, ensuring strong cash flow and profitability.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, compliance, and company policy throughout the branch.
• Support staff through recruitment, induction, training, and regular performance reviews.

Job description

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Branch Manager for our Port Talbot branch. You will take full responsibility for the efficient, profitable, and customer-focused running of the branch, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager and leading by example.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead a team to meet targets, manage relationships with customers and suppliers, and drive sales growth while ensuring compliance and safety standards.