Business Manager

Rexel Cardiff; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical products distributor in Gloucester is seeking a dynamic Branch Manager to drive business growth and deliver exceptional customer service. The role involves strategic planning, monitoring performance KPIs, and leading a team to foster a positive environment. Candidates should excel in collaboration and be accountable, with a focus on customer relations. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced industry.

Benefits

Company Car Scheme

Contributory pension scheme and life assurance

Performance Related Bonus scheme

33 days annual leave

Extensive learning opportunities

Free virtual GP service

Staff discounts and exclusive holiday offers

Qualifications

• Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Take action and address obstacles to get work done and meet commitments.
• Build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Develop people to meet career goals and organizational goals.
• Interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators for better business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic business plan to drive performance.
• Execute customer plans ensuring high quality customer contact.
• Ensure service targets are met across business segments.
• Monitor sales, profitability, and service KPIs.
• Work closely with other branches and stakeholders.
• Use data for reports on strategic planning and performance management.
• Lead and develop branch colleagues to meet targets.
• Collaborate with suppliers for joint customer activities.

Skills

Collaboration

Accountability

Customer Focus

Develop Others

Financial Acumen

Job description

As a Branch Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the branch.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a strategic and tactical business plan to drive profitable performance and achieve growth targets.
• Customer Management: Execute agreed customer plans for selected accounts, ensuring quality customer contact and effective implementation.
• Service Excellence: Ensure the branch meets service targets across all business segments, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor sales, profitability, and service KPIs, taking appropriate action to ensure targets are met. Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, health, and safety regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other branches, support functions, and stakeholders to contribute to the effective operation of the business.
• Data Utilisation: Use data to create reports for strategic planning, budgeting, and performance management. Provide feedback and insights to branch colleagues and management.
• Team Leadership: Lead, develop, and engage branch colleagues to meet performance targets, support career development, and foster a positive team environment.
• Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with key suppliers to drive joint customer activities and strengthen partnerships.

Qualifications

At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential, rather than requiring specific formal qualifications for roles. The behaviours that will set you up for success include:

COLLABORATION: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes action, addresses obstacles to get work done and meets commitments.

CUSTOMER FOCUS: Building strong customer relationships & delivering customer centric solutions.

DEVELOP OTHERS: Developing people to meet both their career goals & the organisation's goals.

FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Interpreting & applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.

Additional Information

At Rexel UK, we’re all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results. By coming together as one team, we’re building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities. Creating an environment where individuality celebrated and creativity flourishes, we're making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.

Company Description

Rexel UK is a global leader in the distribution of electrical and energy-efficient products and services. Our mission is to deliver smart electrical solutions that enhance the comfort, safety, and security of homes, businesses, and industries. We are currently seeking a Branch Manager to lead our Rexel Gloucester Branch. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and strategic leader who is passionate about driving business growth, empowering teams, and delivering exceptional customer service. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel in building relationships and have an aptitude for strategic planning, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

• Company Car Scheme
• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Bonuses: Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years)
• Support & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one
• Health & Wellbeing: Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more!
• Perks: Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education