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Job Description
Seeking experienced Branch Manager to lead daily operations, drive sales and customer service excellence in a nationwide network of branches.
Our client is Ireland's largest independent builders' providers, offering a wide range of top quality building materials and DIY & home improvement supplies to the general public and trade.
The Branch Manager will be responsible for:
- Managing daily branch operations, including stock management and customer service
- Developing relationships with existing and new customers to maximise sales and business development opportunities
- People management, including coaching and development of the team based in the branch
- Supporting the existing branch team and ensuring highest standards of customer service
- Building good working relationships with group purchasing, central distribution and suppliers
- Monitoring and maintaining efficient branch operating costs and leading cost saving initiatives
- Ensuring branch maintains highest standards of housekeeping and merchandising
- Ensuring all mandatory health and safety training is completed and branch is a safe place for staff and customers
- Working closely with group credit control and marketing manager to ensure debtors days are minimised and local marketing campaigns are ran
- Co-ordinating local administrative requirements and ensuring company policies are adhered to
- Attending group meetings and focus group sessions to share experiences and best practices
- Network and maintain excellent relations with the local community
Key Requirements:
- Management background with prior experience
- Strong understanding of the hardwoods, softwoods, and sheet materials industry
- Proven experience working with joinery manufacturers and specifiers
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
- Diploma or degree in a commercial discipline preferred
Offer:
- Attractive salary
- Company pension
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee discounts
- Parking available
- On-site Family Friendly Leave benefits
Skills:
- Management
- Client Relations
- Sales
- Business Development
- Customer Service