Timber Branch Manager – Leicester (Employee-Owned)

Harlow Timber Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Access to 24/7 online GP

10% Discount across Harlow Bros. 
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Employee Assistance Programme

Extras retail discounts & Byond Card

Employee Referral Scheme

In House Training and Recognised Quali

Job summary

Harlow Timber Group in Leicester is seeking a proactive Branch Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring safety and strong sales performance at the site.

You will manage a team, control costs, optimise stock, and uphold excellent customer service while adhering to company policies. This full-time role offers training opportunities and career growth within a supportive, employee-owned organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience with timber products and merchant operations.
• Proven ability to manage teams and supervise staff.
• Strong literacy and numeracy with data interpretation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate the branch team to achieve high productivity and performance.
• Control branch expenditure and maintain cost efficiency to support profitability targets.
• Enforce company policies and safe working practices across the site.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and maintain a safe environment for staff and customers.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and build a positive company reputation.
• Oversee site security and cash handling procedures.
• Manage attendance, performance, and general supervision of staff.
• Serve customers as required and maintain optimal stock levels to meet demand.

Skills

Timber knowledge

Merchant experience

Management experience

Leadership

Job description

Harlow Timber Group in Leicester is seeking a proactive Branch Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring safety and strong sales performance at the site.

You will manage a team, control costs, optimise stock, and uphold excellent customer service while adhering to company policies. This full-time role offers training opportunities and career growth within a supportive, employee-owned organisation.