Branch Manager

Are you an experienced trade counter professional ready to take ownership of your own branch?Trade Counter Branch Manager, Windows and DoorsLocation: Leeds, LS9Salary: £35,450 basic salary, plus uncapped quarterly bonus and up to £8,800 additional annual earning potentialHours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours a week, no Saturdays. Permanent- Full timeStevenswood is looking for a commercially minded, hands on Branch Manager to lead its established Leeds trade counter.This is a site based opportunity to run and grow your own branch, supported by an established UK business, an experienced team and a strong product range.Alongside your basic salary, you can earn an uncapped quarterly bonus, starting from £500, plus an additional sales based variable salary bonus of up to £8,800 a year.You will also receive five weeks' holiday plus bank holidays, healthcare, free onsite parking and a 3.30pm finish every Friday. There is no Saturday working, so your weekends remain your own.The roleAs Trade Counter Branch Manager, you will take responsibility for the day to day performance of the Leeds branch and lead a small, experienced team of two Branch Assistants.You will build strong relationships with existing customers, attract new trade business and ensure every customer receives knowledgeable, reliable and friendly service.This is not a desk based management role. You will be visible in the branch, supporting customers, preparing quotations, processing orders and helping the team keep operations running smoothly.You will have responsibility for branch sales and P&L performance, although you will not be expected to prepare the accounts. You will have the freedom to identify opportunities, grow the customer base and make a genuine impact on the success of the branch.Your responsibilities will include:Leading, motivating and supporting the branch teamBuilding relationships with new and existing trade customersDriving sales, margin and branch performanceManaging the branch against sales and P&L objectivesPreparing quotations and processing customer ordersPromoting the Stevenswood product and service rangeResolving customer queries quickly and professionallySupporting stock, deliveries and daily branch operationsAbout youYou will be a confident and approachable leader with strong commercial instincts and a genuine passion for customer service.Experience within a trade counter, builders' merchant, construction supply or similar trade environment is highly desirable.Knowledge of PVCu or aluminium windows and doors would be an advantage, but it is not essential. Stevenswood will provide as much product training as required.You will need:Previous leadership or team management experienceExperience within trade supply, a trade counter or a similar environmentStrong sales and customer relationship skillsA commercial approach and the drive to grow branch performanceA practical, hands on approach to branch operationsExcellent communication and organisational skillsA full UK driving licenceAlternative job titles may include Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, Trade Counter Manager, Depot Manager, Branch Sales Manager, Area Manager or Business Development Manager.What you will receive£35,450 basic salaryUncapped quarterly bonus, starting from £500Additional variable salary bonus of up to £8,800 a yearMonday to Friday working, with no SaturdaysFriday finish at 3.30pmFive weeks' holiday plus bank holidaysOption to buy two additional holiday daysSalary sacrifice pension schemeHealthcare and life assuranceCompany sick payRetail discount schemeFree onsite parkingPaid volunteering timeFriends and family product cashbackFull product trainingGenuine opportunities for internal progressionRecruitment processThe recruitment process will include a face to face interview with the Area Manager. Stevenswood is looking to appoint the right person as soon as possible and can discuss availability and notice periods with suitable candidates.Apply today to take ownership of an established Leeds branch and join a growing business that will give you the training, support and freedom to succeed.TPBN1_UKTJ