Assistant Branch Manager
Posted 5 days 16 hours ago by LBS Builders Merchants Ltd
We're on the lookout for a proactive and driven Assistant Branch Manager to join our team and play a key role in the smooth and successful running of our branch.
Working closely with the Branch Manager, you'll provide vital support across all operational areas of the business-from sales and customer service to finance, team leadership, and compliance. This is a hands on, varied role where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on performance, customer relationships, and commercial outcomes.
What you'll be doing:- Supporting and deputising for the Branch Manager in day to day operations.
- Assisting in identifying process improvements and implementing efficiencies.
- Building strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Supporting sales activity by identifying opportunities, advising customers, and delivering excellent service.
- Monitoring local market trends and competitor activity.
- Assisting with achieving financial targets and improving profitability.
- Playing a key part in team leadership, including staff development, motivation, and performance.
- Ensuring high standards of health & safety across the branch.
- Experience in a trade, retail or distribution environment is preferred.
- Strong leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and guide a team.
- Commercial awareness with a focus on achieving branch targets.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Organised, adaptable, and solution focused.
- Willingness to take initiative and step up when needed.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career and gain valuable management experience. You'll be joining a supportive team and a business that values growth, development, and success.
Some of the benefits of working for us include
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme
- Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays
- Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP
- staff discount scheme
- Death in Service benefit
- formal training and career progression opportunities.
Hours of work:An average of 40.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 4.30pm, plus every other Saturday morning from 8.00am until 12.00pm.
Salary: From £28,500.00