Newbury Branch Manager: Lead Growth & Service

Dyka; Newbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

JDP is launching a new branch in Newbury and seeks a motivated Branch Manager to own day-to-day operations. You will lead a busy team, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.

As the leader of the Newbury branch, you will ensure safe, efficient operations, optimise stock and costs, and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers along the M4 corridor, while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising in trade, distribution, wholesale, or builders’ merchant.
• Strong leadership and people development abilities.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication and problem-solving.
• Commercial acumen and ability to grow sales.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the branch team to a high-performing culture.
• Drive sales and profitability through effective branch management.
• Ensure excellent customer service levels are consistently delivered.
• Manage branch stock, purchasing, and goods receiving.
• Oversee resources to meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements.
• Maintain health and safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Control costs including overtime and carriage.
• Develop branch improvement plans to support growth.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers, field sales and support teams.
• Ensure procedures and documentation are followed at all times.
• Protect company assets and maintain branch security.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Communication

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Health and safety

Job description

JDP is launching a new branch in Newbury and seeks a motivated Branch Manager to own day-to-day operations. You will lead a busy team, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.

As the leader of the Newbury branch, you will ensure safe, efficient operations, optimise stock and costs, and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers along the M4 corridor, while upholding health and safety standards.