Trade Counter Manager – Plumbing & Heating Location: Berkshire Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience Working Pattern: Four-day or five-day working week available Simon Acres Recruitment is working with a well-established and successful plumbing and heating merchant to recruit an experienced Trade Counter Manager for their team in Berkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual to take ownership of a trade counter operation, lead by example and help drive sales while maintaining excellent customer service standards. The Role As Trade Counter Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the trade counter, ensuring the team delivers an efficient, knowledgeable and professional service to customers. You'll play a key role in developing customer relationships, maximising sales opportunities and ensuring the smooth operation of the department. Your responsibilities will include: - Managing and motivating the trade counter team, supporting performance and development. - Overseeing daily trade counter operations and ensuring excellent customer service. - Using your plumbing and heating product knowledge to advise customers and support the team. - Driving sales growth, identifying new business opportunities and maximising profitability. - Building and maintaining strong relationships with trade customers and suppliers. - Managing customer enquiries, quotations, orders and sales transactions. - Overseeing stock control, replenishment and the organisation of the trade counter. - Ensuring the counter and surrounding areas are well presented, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements. - Monitoring sales performance and supporting the achievement of branch targets. - Working closely with the wider branch team to ensure operational efficiency. About You The successful candidate will ideally have: - Previous experience in a trade counter management or supervisory role within plumbing and heating or a related merchant environment. - Strong plumbing and heating product knowledge. - Proven sales ability and a commercially focused approach. - Experience leading, motivating or developing a team. - Excellent communication and customer relationship skills. - Strong organisation, problem-solving and decision-making abilities. - A proactive attitude and the ability to lead by example in a busy trade environment. What's on Offer? - The opportunity to join a well-established, successful company. - A choice of four-day or five-day working week. - Salary negotiable depending on experience and product knowledge. - A supportive, team-focused working environment. - The opportunity to take ownership of the trade counter and contribute to business growth. How to Apply If you have plumbing and heating product knowledge, leadership experience and a passion for delivering excellent customer service, Simon Acres Recruitment would love to hear from you
Trade Counter Manager in Eton Wick employer: Simon Acres Group
Join a well-established and growing kitchen and design organisation in Lincolnshire or Yorkshire & the Humber, where you will lead a diverse team of approximately 35 design professionals. This role not only offers a competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 but also provides a supportive work culture that encourages professional development and collaboration. With opportunities to influence team performance and engage in exciting contract and public sector projects, this position is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic environment.
