If you are a motivated, customer-focused individual with a passion for sales and leadership, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Lawsons is the UK’s largest independent fencing, timber and builders’ merchants. Established in 1921, we operate 35 branches across London and the South East of England, with over 700 employees and a turnover of £165 million.
The Role Overview
This role involves leading and supervising the branch team to exceed sales goals and deliver excellent customer service. You will actively engage with customers, manage branch operations, and support the Branch Manager in achieving key business targets. As a Branch Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Exceed Sales, Margins, and profit budgets whilst controlling costs as agreedEnsure Lawsons Best Practice, Standards and Company Policies are metMotivate the individuals within your teamRegularly communicate branch and company performance to the teamTake overall responsibility for all administrative and auditable tasksContribute and communicate ideas, proposals and initiatives for improving operations and administration procedures to develop/expand the CompanyAdhere to the Company's high standards of Health & Safety and SecurityCapitalise on opportunities for cost savings across the businessDeputise for the Assistant Branch Manager in their absenceEssential Skills and Experience
Building material knowledge and experience in a Timber / Builders merchant (ESSENTIAL)A Full UK Driving License (ESSENTIAL)Previous sales and operations experienceExcellent communication, Influencing and negotiating skills. Both oral and writtenThe ability to prioritise whilst working under pressureExceptional time management skillsExperience of leading, motivating and supporting a teamRole- modelling behaviour- working with integrity, honesty and in a confidential mannerAbility to be hands-on where needed and lead from the front when requiredA desire to progress into Branch managementStrong administrative and IT skillsStrong numerical skills with the ability to calculate weights and measures.Someone who will promote and adhere to the company's cultures, values and professionalism.Working Hours
The standard hours for this role are Monday - Friday 07.30 - 17.00, with every other Saturday from 08.00 - 12.00, totalling 44.5 hours per week.
Location
The position is based at our Romford branch:
164 Collier Row Rd, Romford, RM5 2BD.
What We Offer
Salary £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays + 1 Celebration dayPension SchemeDeath In Service SchemeEmployee Assisted ProgrammeOnline GP AccessJoin Our Team
If you are a motivated, customer-focused individual with a passion for sales and leadership, we would love to hear from you.