Growth‑Driven Assistant Branch Manager

Brook Street

Aberystwyth

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Brook Street is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager for a busy Builders Merchants in Aberystwyth. Working Monday to Friday days with 1 in 2 Saturday mornings, you will support the Branch Manager, drive sales, and lead a motivated team to deliver outstanding customer service.

You will play a key role in growth, profitability, staff development, and ensuring smooth branch operations in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Responsibilities

Support the Branch Manager in the day-to-day running of the branch and deputise in their absence.
Drive sales performance by identifying customer needs, providing quotations, and maximising opportunities with both new and existing customers.
Build strong relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring a first-class service experience.
Assist with branch merchandising, stock management, and supplier relationships.
Monitor local market activity, competitor trends, and customer demand to help develop branch growth strategies.
Support financial performance through effective stock control, debtor management, cash collection, and profit improvement initiatives.
Help lead, motivate, and develop the branch team, ensuring high standards, productivity, and compliance with company procedures.
Support recruitment, training, coaching, and ongoing development of staff.