Automotive Branch Manager

£1,000 signing-on bonus. £500 payable on successful completion of probationary period and 6 months\’ service, £500 payable after 12 months\’ service.. Terms and conditions apply.

Merityre Specialists are an award-winning fast-fit automotive retailer based in the Home Counties. With 24 centres spread across Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxford and Greater London, we have a turnover of over £34 million and employ approximately 240 staff. We aim to be the best and we\’re seeking the most exceptional people to join our dedicated team to provide a first-class service to our local motorists. If you think you can help us to \’provide a service that exceeds our customers\’ expectations\’ then please pop in today or give us a call.

We provide a specialist service for all automotive needs, ranging from new tyres, servicing and MOTs to tyre punctures, air conditioning and batteries.

About the role

The Branch Manager will be responsible for all operations and staff management at our Purley-on-Thames automotive tyre centre. This will involve but not limited to:

• ensuring branch budget is achieved
• line management of reporting staff
• dealing with customer enquires in person, over the phone and online
• ensuring branch targets are communicated and achieved
• monitoring and managing stock levels
• hands-on workshop role if and when required
• interview, induct and engage all new staff

Working hours are Monday – Friday 08:00 – 18:00 and Saturday 08:30 – 17:00. One rota day off during the week for three out of four weeks and one Saturday off one week in four. No Sunday working.

Essential Skills

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• a proven track-record in a fast-fit tyre centre environment
• specialist knowledge of tyres and routine mechanical work
• the ability to work closely with the branch team and lead by example
• strong people management skills
• clear and effective communication skills
• the energy to thrive and motivate in a target-driven environment
• maintain high standards of customer service across the branch
• ensuring compliance with Company polices and procedures

If you are successful, you can look forward to training opportunities, career progression and a range of benefits you would expect from an employer of choice, including:

• Weekly, achievable commission scheme
• Further performance and standards related bonuses
• Private medical insurance (50%-50% contribution agreement)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• 20 days annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays, increasing to 25 days over a period of time
• Uniform provided
• Staff and family discounts
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Structured training
• Driving Lesson Assistance Scheme offering financial help with driving lessons

We want you to bring your unique set of skills and experience to a special place where you can reach your true potential.

In light of current government legislation please note, if you are offered an interview we will require at time of interview. proof of the right to work in the UK (Usually a Passport or Birth Certificate), and a written proof of National Insurance number (this is any official government document which includes your name and NI number).

Basic salary: £37,000 per annum

Salary: OTE £45,000 – £50,000 per annum

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reading RG8 8AE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• fast-fit management: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PY BM