Branch Manager - Roofing Materials

GCS Associates; Milford; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the roofing industry is looking for a Branch Manager in Godalming to oversee operations at the branch. This role requires strong leadership and sales management skills and offers a competitive salary of £43,000 - £48,000 plus performance-based bonuses. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, manage relationships with customers and suppliers, and ensure operational efficiency. Benefits include generous holidays, pension contributions, and access to development programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus

25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays

Generous company pension

Life assurance

Share incentive plan

Employee discounts

Access to learning and development programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, operations, or branch management, ideally in the roofing sector.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team empowerment.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to balance strategic and hands-on approaches.

Responsibilities

• Manage all branch operations to achieve sales and profitability targets.
• Implement local sales strategies to drive growth.
• Build and maintain customer and supplier relationships.
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Sales management

People management

Strategic planning

Operational efficiency

Job description

Role: Branch Manager

Industry: Roofing Materials

Region: Godalming, Surrey

Salary: £43,000 - £48,000 (DOE) plus bonus, company vehicle etc.

Branch Manager - Roofing Supplies (Godalming)

Our client is a leading supplier to the UK roofing and construction industry, known for delivering quality products, trusted expertise, and outstanding customer service. With a strong national branch network and decades of experience supporting trade professionals, they are committed to helping the industry thrive through reliable partnerships and specialist knowledge.

They are now seeking an experienced and motivated Branch Manager to lead operations at their roofing supplies branch in Godalming, Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader to take ownership of a key location and drive its performance, profitability, and growth.

The Role

As Branch Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance, direction, and development of the branch. You'll lead a dedicated team, foster a culture of accountability and success, and ensure the highest levels of service delivery and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all branch operations and ensuring targets around sales, margin, and profitability are achieved.
• Developing and implementing local sales strategies to drive growth.
• Building and maintaining strong customer and supplier relationships.
• Leading, coaching, and motivating a team to deliver exceptional results.
• Maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with health & safety standards.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a confident and commercially astute leader with experience in sales, operations, or branch management-ideally within the roofing sector. You'll have strong people management skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to balance strategic focus with hands‑on leadership.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
• 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays (company closed during Christmas)
• Generous company pension (up to 7.5% employer contribution)
• Life assurance (up to 4x salary)
• Share incentive plan
• Employee discounts from major retail and online brands
• Access to structured learning and development through leadership programmes and online training

If you're an ambitious leader within the roofing sector, who thrives on driving results and empowering teams, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career with a trusted name in the sector.