Hire Manager

Travis Perkins plc; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive annual salary

Performance-based bonus

Save-as-you-earn & Buy-as-you-earn

Generous contributory pension

Exclusive colleague discounts (Toolsta

Wellbeing support

MyPerks discounts

Job summary

Travis Perkins Hire in Biggleswade is seeking a Hire Manager to lead the branch, drive sales, and deliver excellent customer service. You will develop a proactive sales plan, manage a reliable fleet, and coach the Hire team to meet targets.

Based in Bedfordshire, you’ll integrate Hire into the wider Travis Perkins network, train colleagues, ensure safety and efficiency, and maintain high service standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in tool hire or leadership preferred; sales or customer service also considered.
• Strong leadership and motivation skills.
• Safety-focused when handling equipment and work environment.
• Proactive in fast-paced settings with a drive to improve.

Responsibilities

• Crushing Sales Goals: Develop a winning sales action plan and drive results beyond the targets.
• Coaching & Training: Work with the Branch Manager to level up the team on everything tool hire.
• Keeping Things Running: Ensure tools and equipment are in safe, good condition and ready for action.
• Stock Control: Balance stock levels to meet demand.
• Leading the Team: Oversee day-to-day Hire team operations; train, supervise and motivate.
• Top Service: Be the go-to for customer queries and upsell to boost sales.
• Communication: Keep the team and branch updated with toolbox talks.

Skills

Sales experience

Leadership

Safety awareness

Customer focus

Job description

Hire Manager -Biggleswade, Bedfordshire

Who we are

We’re Travis Perkins Hire. With 250 locations nationwide, we're proud to be part of the Travis Perkins family. Whether it's tool, plant, and equipment hire, powered access, waste management, or welfare hire, we've got our customers covered at every stage of their project. Need advice, safety training, or a demo? We're always ready to help. Hiring with us is simple — we tailor the price to suit our customers, offering a reliable delivery and collection service they can count on. Quick jobs or tough jobs, we get it sorted.

What you’ll be doing

As the new Hire Manager at the Biggleswade branch, you’ll be at the forefront of driving success and hitting key targets! This is an exciting opportunity for a sales-driven, customer-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to take charge and make an impact, this role is for you.

Your main responsibility will be to develop and execute a sales action plan that exceeds budget performance through a proactive sales approach. You’ll play a key role in supporting the integration of Hire into the wider Travis Perkins branch, enhancing the knowledge and understanding of the services available to our Branch colleagues. This includes providing training and coaching where needed, in close collaboration with the Travis Perkins Branch Manager.

Based in our bustling Biggleswade branch, you’ll lead a dynamic team of people and reliable fleet of vehicles. With a high-energy, high-traffic environment, you’ll have a loyal customer base and all the resources you need to succeed and shine.

What’s in It for You?

You’ll be part of the UK’s biggest builders’ merchant with endless opportunities to grow and develop! You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where your skills matter… With over 500 branches across the Travis Perkins business, there’s always room to learn, progress, and make a real impact. Plus, we offer great benefits and career development—come be a part of something big!

We offer:

• Attractive annual salary

• Performance-based bonus that rewards your hard work

• Save-as-you-earn & Buy-as-you-earn schemes for smart financial growth

• Generous contributory pension scheme to secure your future

• Exclusive colleague discounts across a variety of Group businesses, including 20% off at Toolstation

• Wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best

• MyPerks discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more!

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, and you’ll only work 2 Saturdays every 4 weeks (Saturdays are 8:00 am to 12:00 pm).

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Crushing Sales Goals: Develop a winning sales action plan and drive results beyond the targets. Proactive is your middle name.

• Coaching & Training: Work with the Branch Manager to level up the team on everything tool hire. Share your knowledge, get everyone on point.

• Keeping Things Running: Make sure all tools and equipment are in tip-top shape, safe, and ready for action. Safety first, always.

• Stock Control: Balance stock levels to meet demand—ensuring the right gear’s available without ever letting it gather dust.

• Leading the Team: Oversee the day-to-day of your Hire team. Train, supervise, and motivate for top-notch performance.

• Top Service: Be the go-to for customer queries. Offer smart solutions and upsell like a pro to boost sales.

• Communication: Keep the team and branch in the loop with daily toolbox talks and quick, effective communication.

Who you are

• Experience: If you’ve worked in tool hire, plant hire, or a leadership role before, great! But if you’ve got sales or customer service experience, we’re still keen.

• Leadership Vibes: You know how to lead a team, inspire, and keep things moving.

• Safety Focused: You’ll make sure everything’s safe and sound—whether it’s equipment or the work environment.

• Proactive: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and always find a way to improve things.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse team. No matter your background, we believe in giving everyone the opportunity to succeed.

If you're offered the role, it will be a conditional offer, subject to a few background checks. These include a criminal record check (basic DBS), adverse financial check, media search & occupational history review. We do this to ensure we’re keeping both our business and customers safe, and we appreciate your understanding