Lead Hire Manager: Drive Tool Hire Sales

Travis Perkins; Greater London; 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 pension scheme

Staff discounts across Group

Wellbeing support

MyPerks discounts

Job summary

Travis Perkins Hire is seeking a Hire Manager at Tolworth to lead a small team and drive sales performance in a fast-paced environment. You will develop and execute a sales action plan, support wider branch integration of Hire services, and train colleagues on tool hire offerings.

Based at Tolworth, you will manage two team members, nurture customer relationships, and ensure equipment is safe, well-maintained, and ready for action.

Qualifications

• Experience in tool hire, plant hire, or a leadership role is desirable.
• Strong sales drive with a customer-focused approach.
• Able to coach, train and develop a small team.
• Safety-first mindset with knowledge of equipment safety.
• Proactive with a track record of improving processes or performance.

Responsibilities

• Crush sales goals by developing a winning sales action plan and driving results beyond targets.
• Coach and train the Hire team in tool hire knowledge, with support from the Branch Manager.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained, safe, and ready for action.
• Balance stock levels to meet demand and prevent gaps in availability.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Hire team, including training, supervision, and motivation.
• Be the go-to for customer queries, providing smart solutions and upselling to boost sales.
• Communicate effectively with the team and branch through daily toolbox talks.

Skills

Leadership

Sales focus

Coaching & training

Customer focus

Proactive mindset

Safety awareness

Job description

Travis Perkins Hire is seeking a Hire Manager at Tolworth to lead a small team and drive sales performance in a fast-paced environment. You will develop and execute a sales action plan, support wider branch integration of Hire services, and train colleagues on tool hire offerings.

Based at Tolworth, you will manage two team members, nurture customer relationships, and ensure equipment is safe, well-maintained, and ready for action.