At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations, lead the team, and drive sales in a busy builders merchant.
- Company: Established builders merchant with a strong reputation in the construction supplies sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, Monday to Friday hours, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and professional growth.
- Why this job: Step up your management career while making a real impact in a thriving branch.
- Qualifications: Experience in builders merchant or related field, with leadership and customer service skills.
We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Assistant Branch Manager to join a successful and well-established Builders Merchant based in Cleckheaton. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual with a background in the builders merchant, construction supplies, or building materials sector who is looking to take the next step in their management career.
Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the branch, supporting the team, driving sales performance, and ensuring exceptional customer service standards are maintained.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Branch Manager with the daily operation of the branch
- Lead, motivate, and develop branch staff to achieve business objectives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with trade and retail customers
- Drive sales growth and maximise branch profitability
- Manage stock control, purchasing, and merchandising activities
- Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times
- Handle customer enquiries, quotations, and complaints professionally
- Assist with branch administration and operational processes
- Take responsibility for branch operations in the absence of the Branch Manager
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience within a Builders Merchant, Timber Merchant, Plumbing Merchant, or Building Supplies environment
- Supervisory, team leader, or management experience
- Strong commercial awareness and sales ability
- Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills
- Good organisational and leadership skills
- A proactive and hands-on approach to branch operations
- A full UK driving licence
Contact Details:
Interaction Recruitment Group Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Branch Manager in Cleckheaton
Commercial Awareness
Sales Ability
Customer Service Skills
Relationship-Building Skills
Organisational Skills
Leadership Skills
Supervisory Experience
