Hire Manager – Lead Depot Team, Drive Sales & Service

Path Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established event and plant hire company seeks a Hire Manager to lead a dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role involves fostering relationships with regular customers to drive sales, managing daily operations, and ensuring high service standards. The ideal candidate has a background in management within the hire industry and a passion for customer service. Benefits include a competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Management or supervisory experience in a hire, trade, or merchant environment required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced depot environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of 10 for smooth operations.
• Build relationships to increase sales.
• Handle hiring processes via phone and email.
• Manage invoicing and order processing.
• Ensure health & safety compliance.
• Provide top-tier customer service.
• Drive revenue growth.
• Maintain transport compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service passion

Sales growth focus

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

A well-established event and plant hire company seeks a Hire Manager to lead a dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role involves fostering relationships with regular customers to drive sales, managing daily operations, and ensuring high service standards. The ideal candidate has a background in management within the hire industry and a passion for customer service. Benefits include a competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive work environment.